Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Job Title

Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Pay Range

$55-65/hour

Job Description

Orientation and Mobility Specialist | Seattle WA | 2026–2027 Ampersand Therapy is hiring an itinerant Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist for the 2026–2027 school year in the Seattle WA area. We are a women- and therapist-founded company focused on providing meaningful support to school-based professionals and the students they serve.

Job Highlights

• Position: Orientation and Mobility Specialist
• Setting: In-person and school-based
• Schedule: Full time, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Maximum Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
• Starting ASAP
• Grade Levels: All grade levels

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students’ orientation and mobility needs in school and community environments
• Provide individualized instruction in safe and independent travel skills
• Teach skills involving spatial awareness, sensory efficiency, route planning, and cane use
• Develop, implement, and monitor orientation and mobility goals within students’ IEPs
• Recommend environmental modifications and mobility supports
• Collaborate with Teachers of the Visually Impaired, families, educators, and related service providers
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary evaluations
• Maintain accurate documentation and monitor student progress
• Travel between assigned schools and instructional environments as needed

Qualifications

• Current Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist credential or applicable state authorization
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in orientation and mobility, visual impairments, or a related field
• Experience working with students across multiple grade levels preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills
• Ability to travel between school sites and provide instruction in varied environments

Benefits & Perks

• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Reimbursements for licensing, continuing education, and other professional expenses
• W-2 employment
• Referral bonuses
• Paid volunteer time and donation matching
• Access to guidance and resources from experienced school-based professionals
• No non-compete agreement Benefits are available for most positions that are 0.8 FTE or higher and may vary depending on the individual contract and district placement.

Additional Information

Benefits are available for most positions that are 0.8 FTE or higher and may vary depending on the individual contract and district placement. Please refer to the offer letter for complete details.

Point Quest Group is an education solutions company serving school districts nationwide, providing special education services, expert staffing, and professional development. Led by experienced professionals, we offer meaningful careers, strong mentorship, and a supportive community—so you can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact on students and schools every day.