Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Orientation and Mobility Specialist Plainfield, IL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Bachelor of Science Mid-level Bachelor's degree Working with students Master of Science Visually impaired education Communication skills

Full Job Description JobID:

19507

Position Type:

Student Support Services Date Posted:

4/8/2026

Location:

District Wide Date Available:

August 2026

Closing Date:

Open until filled

Salary:

Regionally competitive based on experience

Benefits Offered:

Medical/Vision and Dental, FSA/LFSA and Dependent Care, Life & AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistant Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, 403B/457

Hours:

Full-time 10 months 7:00am - 3:30 pm

Description:

The Orientation and Mobility Specialist evaluates and teaches concepts, skills, and techniques necessary for a student with a vision impairment to travel safely and efficiently through many environments and under many environmental conditions and situations. It is the O & M Specialists' responsibility to assist the student in attaining independent travel skills commensurate with their age and abilities. Services may be provided through direct or consultative contact. Please refer to attached job description .

Physical Requirements:

Perform the physical tasks necessary to monitor, supervise and physically assist students throughout the school day during a variety of instructional activities. Report to the assigned site on a regular basis. Must be able to function effectively in an active, loud environment. Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment as circumstances require.

Qualifications:

Highly organized Excellent communication and collaboration skills Excellent problem-solver Ability to work with students with vision impairments

Education:

B.S. or M.S. in Orientation and Mobility for

Vision Impaired, License/Certification Requirements:

Illinois State Board of Education certifications registered in Will County, Illinois Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) certified or certifiable.

Application Procedure:

Apply online