Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M / COMS)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Annapolis, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate and experienced Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M / COMS) to support students who are blind, have low vision, or have functional visual limitations in a school-based setting. This is a full-time, itinerant position supporting students from elementary through high school across multiple school locations. You will have an approximate direct-service caseload of 15 students, with additional opportunities for consultations and evaluations as needed. This is an opportunity to help students develop the confidence, skills, and independence needed to safely navigate their school, home, and community environments.

Requirements

Must be Certified Orientation & Mobility Spefialist (COMS) certified through ACVREP.
High School Diploma
Basic computer and web based programs experience, such as Google meets, chat, etc.
Good written and verbal skills
Personable individual who enjoys working with Teachers, Parents, and Students from Kindergarten to 12th grade
Will be working alongside Classroom Teachers

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree preferred
Interest in pursuing a therapy or educational career

Responsibilities

Assists in the direct supervision of children in the assigned program as directed by the teacher or administrator
Demonstrates understanding of students’ disabilities
Loads/unloads wheelchair bound students, if needed
Demonstrates flexibility in schedule and activities throughout the day
Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute in a team approach
Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students
Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of his/her work with special education children and other staff
Participates in all meetings, training programs, and in-service sessions as assigned by the building or district administrator
Performs such other duties as may be directed by the Principal and Teacher