Itinerant Orientation and Mobility Specialist; Pk-, Cy-Fair HIGH SCHOOL

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas certification as a Vision Teacher – preferred.
• Valid certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist granted by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the special needs of students with vision impairments.
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee processes and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a current automated external defibrillator (AED) and CPR certificate.

• Probationary/Term
  
  Contract:
  
  187 days.

• Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees.
• Additional stipend as approved.

• Teach visually impaired students to develop the skills and knowledge required to travel safely and independently.
• Transport students to diverse locations to teach practical travel skills in realistic environments.
• Evaluate visually impaired students for orientation and mobility needs and determine eligibility for services.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with visual impairments according to district procedures.
• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group instruction to students consistent with orientation and mobility goals contained in individual education plans (IEP).
• Track student progress and use evaluative findings to examine program effectiveness and make recommendations for change when appropriate.
• Modify and collect materials to teach and explain specific concepts and mobility skills to the visually impaired student.
• Consult with the multi‑disciplinary team to ensure the safety of the visually impaired student and reinforce appropriate orientation and mobility skills throughout the day.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and the local board.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential job function.

• Tools/Equipment used:
  Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture:
  Frequent prolonged standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, and twisting.
• Motion:
  Frequent walking and dancing.
• Lifting:
  Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move dance equipment, props, textbooks, classroom equipment, etc.
• Environment:
  Frequent exposure to sun, heat, cold, and work outside; frequent exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel, including travel by school bus.