School-Based Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Cross Country Education • Ellicott City, MD

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About The Position

Cross Country Education is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist in Ellicott City, Maryland, to help children and young adults with visual impairments build confidence and independence. The specialist provides orientation and mobility services to students ages 3–21 across home, school, and community settings, through direct intervention and consultation.

The role includes conducting functional assessments and recommending supports related to students’ orientation, mobility, and access needs. The specialist collaborates with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams and participates in IEP meetings to support evaluations, service planning, and student outcomes. The specialist develops individualized strategies that promote safe, independent travel and participation in educational and community environments.

The position offers a consistent, school-based 37.5-hour work week. Compensation is $51.20–$52.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with weekly pay and bonus opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) credential through ACVREP or an equivalent recognized certification.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with children and adolescents who are blind or visually impaired preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and school-based special education services.

Responsibilities

• Provide orientation and mobility services to children and young adults ages 3–21 across home, school, and community settings through direct intervention and consultation.
• Conduct functional assessments and provide recommendations related to students’ orientation, mobility, and access needs.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in IEP meetings to support evaluations, service planning, and student outcomes.
• Develop individualized strategies that promote safe, independent travel and participation across educational and community environments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $51.20–$52.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Weekly pay.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid sick leave.
• Consistent, school-based 37.5-hour work week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time