Part-Time Orientation and Mobility Specialist, COMS

Virtual TVI provides educational vision services to school districts and private clients nationwide. We are hiring a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, COMS, to join our team as an independent contractor providing Orientation and Mobility services to students with visual impairments.

This position includes direct O&M instruction, consultation, assessments, IEP support, and travel to school districts for in-person services. Travel assignments may range from local or single-day visits to multi-day trips depending on district and student needs. All approved travel expenses are paid.

• Flexible hours based on your availability, generally ranging from 5 to 30 hours per week
• Ability to adjust your caseload throughout the school year
• Competitive pay of $65 to $85 per hour for work performed, including student services, assessments, preparation, documentation, meetings, and approved travel time
• All approved travel expenses paid, including flights, lodging, rental vehicles, fuel, and related expenses
• Paid staff meetings and trainings
• Regular collaboration with TVIs and other vision professionals
• Professional resources and administrative support

• Provide direct Orientation and Mobility instruction to students with visual impairments according to their IEPs
• Conduct comprehensive Orientation and Mobility assessments and evaluations
• Develop recommendations, goals, and service plans based on assessment results and student needs
• Provide consultative O&M services to educational teams, families, and school staff
• Teach age and ability appropriate travel skills in school, community, home, and other environments as required
• Provide instruction in areas such as sensory awareness, spatial concepts, body awareness, environmental concepts, protective techniques, human guide techniques, cane skills, route planning, street crossings, public transportation, and community travel as appropriate for each student
• Participate in IEP, 504, Child Find, eligibility, and triennial review meetings as needed
• Write and update O&M goals, present levels, progress reports, assessment reports, and other required educational documentation
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on student performance and changing needs
• Collaborate with Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments, special education staff, general education staff, related service providers, administrators, families, and students
• Provide training and consultation to school staff when needed to support student safety, access, and independence
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within Virtual TVI and district systems
• Follow district policies and procedures while providing services on school campuses and in community environments
• Respond to work related emails and calls within one business day during school hours
• Communicate proactively with your Virtual TVI supervisor regarding student concerns, scheduling, documentation, and travel needs
• Travel to assigned school districts for assessments, direct services, consultation, and other O&M needs

• Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, COMS, certification through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals, ACVREP
• Minimum two years of professional experience providing Orientation and Mobility services preferred
• Experience working with school-age students with visual impairments
• Experience conducting O&M assessments and developing recommendations based on assessment results
• Experience developing and implementing IEP goals and documenting student progress
• Ability to work independently…