Orientation & Mobility Specialist in Boiling Springs, SC

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Job Description

Make a meaningful impact as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist supporting students from PK through 12th grade for an academic year beginning August 10, 2026, and ending May 21, 2027. This full-time contract role offers the opportunity to work onsite, weekdays from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm (1:30 pm Fridays), on a single campus that houses three schools. Youll have the chance to partner with approximately 25-35 students, helping them develop essential mobility skills and greater independence.

The core responsibilities include:

• Instructing students in the use of white canes, trailing, and safe guiding techniques
• Teaching ways to develop sensory awareness, including auditory and tactile cues
• Creating and implementing individualized plans to help students identify and use landmarks for spatial orientation
• Collaborating with teachers, staff, and families to tailor mobility instruction to each students needs
• Documenting progress and adapting strategies to ensure ongoing improvement
• Participating in team meetings and administrative tasks during paid hours

What were looking for:

• SC certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS)
• Experience delivering direct instruction to school-aged students
• Knowledge of strategies for developing orientation and mobility skills with visually impaired students
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration abilities
• Able to adapt teaching approaches to diverse student needs
• Capable of efficiently managing time and caseload across elementary to high school populations
• Ability to begin by August 10, 2026 and commit through May 21, 2027
• Willingness to undergo required background and fingerprinting processes

This is an exciting opportunity to empower students to navigate their worlds with confidence and independence while thriving in a collaborative educational setting. Interviews will be conducted over Zoom, with hiring decisions made quicklyoften within 24-48 hours of interviewing.

Take the next step in your career and help build brighter futures. Submit your application today!