Job Description

Orientation And Mobility Specialist

School-Based Orientation & Mobility Specialist | Tumwater, WA | Part-Time

Hello, O&M Specialists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a part-time Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist to support students with visual impairments in Tumwater Washington. We are a woman- and therapist-founded company that values collaboration and meaningful, student-centered work.

Position Details

Location: Tumwater, WA
Schedule: 2 days per week
In-person, school-based role
Provide evaluations, direct instruction, and consultation for students with visual impairments

Responsibilities

Conduct O&M evaluations and identify students' short- and long-term needs.
Teach students to travel safely and confidently in familiar and unfamiliar environments while building independence.
Collaborate with teachers of students with visual impairments on functional vision assessments related to travel.
Provide instruction and support aligned with each student's IEP.
Consult with families, teachers, school staff, and peers on strategies that support student independence and safety.
Monitor progress and maintain evaluation reports, IEP documentation, progress notes, and other required records.
Provide training to school staff and families on students' O&M needs.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary school team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education; master's degree in Special Education preferred
Valid Washington State Education Staff Associate certificate with the required Special Education endorsement and qualifications to serve as an O&M instructor
Valid Washington State driver's license
First Aid and CPR certification
Ability to complete required criminal background clearance
Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills

Benefits & Perks

W-2 employment with liability insurance included
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement opportunities for licensure, continuing education, and professional expenses
Support from a therapist-founded team that understands school-based work

We'd love to connect with you and share more about this opportunity!

Point Quest Group

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, 2 days per week

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