Orientation & Mobility Specialist
Orientation & Mobility Specialist
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07-08-2025
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Why Choose Candor
At Candor were not just a companywere a mission-driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. Here your expertise isnt just appreciatedits celebrated. We believe you can serve students meaningfully without sacrificing your work-life balance. Join a supportive team where your growth well-being and success take center stage.
What Were Looking For:
Are you a passionate Orientation and Mobility Specialist ready to empower students and schools Heres what youll need to join our team:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Orientation and Mobility Special Education or a related field.
- Certification: Valid certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP). Texas Educator Certification in Special Education (EC-12) is preferred but not required.
- Additional Requirements: Knowledge of special education laws including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and familiarity with the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) process. CPR certification is preferred.
- Language Proficiency: Bilingual skills are preferred but not required
Your Role:
As an Orientation and Mobility Specialist youll play a crucial role in helping students with visual impairments develop independence access their educational environment and achieve their goals. Your responsibilities will include:
- Develop Individualized Plans: Collaborate with the ARD committee to create and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) focused on orientation and mobility needs.
- Provide Specialized Instruction: Teach students skills for safe and effective navigation including cane techniques spatial awareness environmental assessment and use of assistive technology such as GPS devices or low-vision aids.
- Monitor Progress: Collect and analyze data to assess student growth and adjust instructional strategies to ensure students meet their orientation and mobility goals.
- Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with teachers paraprofessionals related service providers and families to integrate orientation and mobility skills into the students overall educational plan. Actively participate in ARD meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
- Promote Safety and Independence: Develop and implement plans that prioritize student safety in various environments including school home and the community while fostering independence and confidence.
- Support Transition Goals: Prepare students for post-secondary environments by teaching community travel public transportation use and workplace navigation as part of their transition services.
Your expertise will help students overcome barriers fostering growth and success in their educational and personal journeys.
Why Youll Love Working With Us:
At Candor we know that great educators deserve great rewards. Heres what we offer:
- Competitive Pay: Starting at $45.00 per hourget compensated for every minute you work.
- Flexibility: Choose a schedule that works for youfull-time part-time or as-needed roles available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health dental vision and life insurance plans designed with you in mind.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with matching contributions to help you secure your future.
- Professional Growth: Access mentorship opportunities and reimbursement for professional development.
- Bonuses: Earn up to $1000 in referral bonuses for bringing great talent to our team.
Ready to Make a Difference
This is more than a jobits your opportunity to inspire change and grow with a team that values YOU. Dont waitapply today and discover how you can thrive at Candor.
Lets shape the future of educationtogether!
Compensation: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Candor is an education staffing company built by educators. We understand the challenges schools are facing: increased demands and too few providers. To prove our commitment to our schools and students we have made it our mission to ensure districts of all sizes have access to highly qualified student-centered professionals who can deliver the exceptional services that students deserve.
Founded in 2019 by Dr. Todd and Kelly Kunders Candor is a company driven by a profound mission: empowering schools to meet the evolving needs of exceptional learners. With over 35 years of combined experience in public education Todd and Kelly witnessed firsthand the increasing challenges faced by schools in delivering meaningful evaluations and personalized support. As passionate educators and leaders they saw the strain critical shortages placed on districts and knew something had to change. Candor was born to bridge this gap lightening the load for schools while ensuring every child has access to the tools and resources they deserve to thrive.
Founded in 2019 by Dr. Todd and Kelly Kunders Candor is a company driven by a profound mission: empowering schools to meet the evolving needs of exceptional learners. With over 35 years of combined experience in public education Todd and Kelly witnessed firsthand the increasing challenges faced by schools in delivering meaningful evaluations and personalized support. As passionate educators and leaders they saw the strain critical shortages placed on districts and knew something had to change. Candor was born to bridge this gap lightening the load for schools while ensuring every child has access to the tools and resources they deserve to thrive.
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