Teacher, Special Programs, Orientation and Mobility Specialist
Wake County Public School System
Cary, NC
3 days ago
$50k - $70k
Job Description
Join Wake County Public School System as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist, where you will empower students with visual impairments to navigate their environments safely and independently, fostering their academic and social success.
Key Responsibilities
Provide itinerant orientation and mobility services for students with visual impairments
Adapt classroom instruction for students to function socially and academically
Assess students to determine orientation and mobility needs
Develop and implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and community members
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field
Three years experience supporting teachers and students with visual impairments
North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Visually Impaired (VI)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Special Education
Certification from Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP)
Experience teaching students with visual impairments in orientation and mobility