Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Job Title:

Orientation and Mobility Specialist Pay Range:$55-65/hour

Job Description:

Orientation and Mobility Specialist | Seattle WA | 2026–2027 School Year Ampersand Therapy is hiring an itinerant Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year in the Seattle WA area. We are a women- and therapist-founded company focused on providing meaningful support to school-based professionals and the students they serve.

Job Highlights:

Position:
Orientation and Mobility Specialist Setting:
In-person and school-based

Schedule:

Full time, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PMMaximum

Hours:

Up to 40 hours per week Dates:
August 27, 2026–June 19, 2027

Grade Levels:
All grade levels

Responsibilities:

Evaluate students’ orientation and mobility needs in school and community environments

Provide individualized instruction in safe and independent travel skills

Teach skills involving spatial awareness, sensory efficiency, route planning, and cane use Develop, implement, and monitor orientation and mobility goals within students’ IEPsRecommend environmental modifications and mobility supports

Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, families, educators, and related service providers

Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary evaluations

Maintain accurate documentation and monitor student progress

Travel between assigned schools and instructional environments as needed

Qualifications:

Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist credential or applicable state authorization

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in orientation and mobility, visual impairments, or a related field

Experience working with students across multiple grade levels preferred

Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills

Ability to travel between school sites and provide instruction in varied environments

Benefits & Perks Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts
401(k) with employer matching

Reimbursements for licensing, continuing education, and other professional expensesW-2 employment

Referral bonuses

Paid volunteer time and donation matching

Access to guidance and resources from experienced school-based professionals

No non-compete agreement

Benefits are available for most positions that are 0.8 FTE or higher and may vary depending on the individual contract and district placement. Please refer to the offer letter for complete details.