Orientation and Mobility Specialist in Mesa, AZ Job at Soliant, Mesa, AZ

SW4vU3BvVzg1OUJLSW1NNERiK2pSRXkv
  • Soliant
  • Mesa, AZ

Job Description

An opportunity is available for an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (OMS) to support K-12 students in Mesa, AZ. This position focuses on helping visually impaired students develop the skills necessary to navigate their environment independently and safely. The role is offered as a contract for the current school year (CSY).

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assessing students orientation and mobility needs and developing individualized plans
  • Providing direct instruction in traveling techniques, use of assistive tools, and safety skills
  • Collaborating with teachers, families, and support staff to ensure appropriate accommodations
  • Monitoring student progress and adjusting strategies accordingly
  • Conducting assessments to evaluate functional vision and spatial orientation

Qualifications and desired experience:

  • Certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS preferred)
  • Experience working with K-12 students, especially those with visual impairments
  • Knowledge of mobility aids such as white canes and electronic travel devices
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to design and implement effective instructional programs

Location: Mesa, Arizona (K-12 School Setting)
Position Type: Contract for Current School Year (CSY)

This role provides a meaningful opportunity to enhance student independence and confidence in various educational environments. If you have a passion for empowering students with visual impairments through targeted mobility instruction, consider applying to contribute your expertise. Applicants with appropriate certification and experience are encouraged to submit their credentials for consideration.

Job Tags

Contract work,

Similar Jobs

Baylor Scott & White Health

Physician Assistant - Cardiology Job at Baylor Scott & White Health

 ...by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and... 

Hi-Line Cooperative

C-Store Clerk Job at Hi-Line Cooperative

 ...o Make tickets and account for the cash drawer o Handle merchandise and food items Language Skills: o Read and interpret documents...  ...Advance new marketing ideas related to the C-Store business Greet people in a friendly and professional manner o Responsible... 

LanceSoft

User Acceptance Test Analyst (Boston) Job at LanceSoft

 ...requires the ability to understand business details and requirements to create, execute and document test scenarios and cases, identify defects and build a plan for re-test. Experience with software development life cycle and software testing methodologies is required.... 

Jobot

Director of Structural Engineering SE/PE Job at Jobot

Job Description Job Description Director of Structural Engineering SE/PE (Dept. Head) This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $155,000 - $200,000 per year ...

EPIP

Director, Jobs & Economic Development (TBF) (Boston) Job at EPIP

 ...Director, Jobs & Economic Development (TBF) Posted on April 03, 2018 The Director, Jobs and Economic Development drives development, implementation and evaluation of the Foundations jobs & economic development strategies to support strong and vibrant local economic...