Orientation And Mobility Instructor

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as an Orientation and Mobility Instructor!

SUMMARY:

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Instructors will provide support to visually impaired students, ages 3 through 21, throughout Chester County, PA.  The position requires the O&M Instructor to work with various students within Chester county school districts during their school hours.

• The O&M Instructor is an independent contractor position at $55.00 per hour

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Conduct assessment of student with visual impairment to evaluate their strengths and needs with respect to navigating their physical environment safely, including the needs to cane and other necessary equipment and technology
• Develop Orientation and Mobility (O&M) IEP goals, including goals related to public transport and community travel for the blind students
• Provide direct instruction in O&M based on the students’ IEP goals
• Consult with school personnel to ensure supports and accommodations for students’ safe travel throughout the school environments
• Consult with families so they can understand the students’ specific strengths and need and can help support student’s travel skills

Requirements

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's Degree
• ACVREP certification required

CREDENTIALS:
(Clearances current within 12 months)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI -- Use code 1KG6XN
• TB Screening -- current within 3 months
• Education Documentation - diploma OR official transcripts
• Professional Liability Insurance
• ACVREP certification

Benefits

The school-based Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Instructor position is an independent contract (1099) position. No benefits are associated with this roles.

ABOUT CCRES
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) to provide the highest quality of behavioral health & education services to area school districts and programs.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of CCRES is to ensure quality educational and human service programs for children, families, and schools. Through innovative partnerships, we provide human resources and grant opportunities.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!

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CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

(Posted 01/25/2024, TY)