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Birch Agency

2026-27 School Year Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 06/26/2026

Location: Plainfield, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

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2026-27 School Year Orientation and Mobility Specialist Birch Agency - 4.8 Plainfield, IL Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Orientation & Mobility (O&M)

Specialist School-Based Location:

Plainfield, IL (in-person)

School Year:

20262027

Caseload:

Elementary Make a Difference in Students' Lives! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist to join a supportive school district in Plainfield, Illinois for the 20262027 school year . This full-time opportunity focuses on an elementary caseload , helping students with visual impairments develop the mobility and independence skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Position Details Elementary school caseload 20262027 school year Collaborative special education team Competitive weekly pay Benefits available for eligible employees Responsibilities Provide direct Orientation & Mobility services to students with visual impairments in accordance with their IEPs Conduct O&M assessments and contribute to evaluation reports Develop individualized mobility goals and instructional plans Teach safe travel skills in school, home, and community environments as appropriate Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support student progress Maintain accurate documentation and participate in IEP meetings Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal special education guidelines Qualifications Certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) Experience working with school-aged students Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with multidisciplinary teams Why Join Us? Competitive compensation with weekly pay (W2) Comprehensive benefits package (Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, PTO) Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment Collaborative and welcoming school environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' independence and educational success If you're passionate about empowering students with visual impairments and are looking for a rewarding school-based opportunity, we'd love to connect with you! Apply today to learn more about this exciting Orientation & Mobility Specialist position in Plainfield, IL! #cat3