Orientation and Mobility Specialist supports students with visual impairments in a school setting, delivering individualized instruction to promote independence and navigation skills. This 36-week contract in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offers up to $50/hr based on experience. The role requires certification and flexibility to meet student needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide orientation and mobility instruction to students with visual impairments in a school setting. Develop individualized plans to foster independence in daily navigation skills. Collaborate with educators and family members to implement mobility strategies. Utilize assistive devices and mobility tools effectively to support student needs. Monitor progress and adjust instruction techniques to ensure student success.
Qualifications:
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist certification or equivalent.0+ years of experience; experience in school settings preferred. Available to work 4-5 days per week, 7:30am-3:30pm, adaptable to part-time or full-time schedules. Excellent communication skills. Background checks required.
Benefits:
Premium pay: weekly direct deposit, rates 13% above market average. Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision eligibility starting the first day of the month after start date, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave. Health benefits maintained through winter/summer break: coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons. Investment in growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements. Support for lifestyle: paid housing or stipends, travel and mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection, nationwide opportunities. Streamlined compliance and flexibility: reimbursed and fast-tracked licenses and certificates, user-friendly portal for onboarding, shifts customized to needs, rapid interviews typically within 38 hours.
