Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Orientation And Mobility Specialist

Orientation and Mobility Specialist supports students with visual impairments in a school setting, delivering individualized instruction to promote independence and navigation skills. This 36-week contract in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offers up to $50/hr based on experience. The role requires certification and flexibility to meet student needs.

• Provide orientation and mobility instruction to students with visual impairments in a school setting.
• Develop individualized plans to foster independence in daily navigation skills.
• Collaborate with educators and family members to implement mobility strategies.
• Utilize assistive devices and mobility tools effectively to support student needs.
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction techniques to ensure student success.

• Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist certification or equivalent.
• 0+ years of experience; experience in school settings preferred.
• Available to work 4-5 days per week, 7:30am-3:30pm, adaptable to part-time or full-time schedules.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Background checks required.

• Premium pay: weekly direct deposit, rates 13% above market average.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision eligibility starting the first day of the month after start date, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave.
• Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break: coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons.
• Investment in growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements.
• Support for lifestyle: paid housing or stipends, travel and mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities.
• Streamlined compliance and flexibility: reimbursed and fast-tracked licenses and certificates, user-friendly portal for onboarding, shifts customized to needs, rapid interviews typically within 38 hours.