School Services - School Special Education Teacher
Carlsbad, NM
ESS Clinical

ESS Clinical is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PART TIME Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist to join our team serving Carlsbad Municipal Schools in Carlsbad, New Mexico. 

PAY $64/hr W2 or $71/hr 1099!

As an Orientation & Mobility Specialist, you will collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers to develop individualized mobility programs that promote independence and support students' educational success.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation and mobility evaluations for students with visual impairments.
• Develop and implement individualized Orientation & Mobility programs aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Provide direct instruction in safe and independent travel skills, including indoor and outdoor navigation.
• Teach the use of mobility aids, including long canes and other adaptive equipment, when appropriate.
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs), special education staff, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide recommendations related to orientation and mobility services.
• Complete required documentation, progress reports, and service logs in a timely manner.
• Promote student independence, self-advocacy, and confidence in a variety of educational and community settings.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, district, and ESS Clinical policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Orientation and Mobility, Special Education, Visual Impairment, or a related field.
• Experience working with children or adolescents who are blind or visually impaired is preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and best practices for students with visual impairments.

Required Licensure & Certifications

Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain:

• Certification as an Orientation & Mobility Specialist through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP).
• Active New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) Orientation & Mobility Specialist License or other required instructional support licensure, or eligibility to obtain prior to employment.
• Successful completion of all required state and district background checks and fingerprinting before employment.

Why Join ESS Clinical?

• Competitive weekly compensation
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (eligibility applies)
• 401(k) options
• Professional development opportunities
• Dedicated Clinical and Operations support
• Collaborative school environments
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping students gain independence and confidence through specialized orientation and mobility instruction

Apply today and join ESS Clinical in supporting students with visual impairments at Carlsbad Municipal Schools through exceptional Orientation & Mobility services that foster independence, accessibility, and lifelong success.
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