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Non Instructional/Support Services - Position - Other Job Number 4600309870 Start Date Open Date 04/23/2025 Closing Date 05/07/2025 General Definition of Work The orientation & mobility specialist, under moderate supervision, performs intermediate level work with limited decision-making discretion working with visually impaired students to enable those students to travel and move in their environment with ease. Position utilizes a variety of techniques in evaluating the students' mobility and the instruction to improve their functioning in their surroundings. Develops a detailed plan based on generalized theory and resolves any problems that arise in their training program. Employee performs complex work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures a specialist under the direction a Director of Exceptional Children. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status NC 16 Salary Non-Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Director, Exceptional Children Services Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. The Orientation & Mobility Specialist often works with students off-site to include residential neighborhoods, businesses, and modes of transportation. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures Evaluate, through testing and clinical observation, students' abilities to move about and to use mobility aids such as canes and sighted guides Interpret results of evaluations, and consult teachers and parents Provide individual instructional and counseling to students Provide guidance on the use of equipment and materials for the development of orientation and mobility skills, such as tactual maps, models, low vision aids, long canes, etc. Provide instruction in the areas of use of residual vision, skills of daily living such as procedures for interacting with the public, conduct during an emergency, shopping, etc. Participate in multi-disciplinary team meeting to develop IEPs Report progress of students to their parents and teachers Maintain clinical and administrative records Provide in-service to regular and general education personnel, sighted peers, and family members concerning the orientation and mobility needs of a student with a visual impairment and the appropriate methods for interacting with individuals who are visually impaired Participate in necessary professional development to maintain current/updated skills Create an inclusive environment with positive communication Perform related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies and exceptional children Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to exceptional children Considerable knowledge of the restrictive effects of visual impairments Considerable knowledge of mobility theories, techniques and methodologies Skilled in the use of mobility equipment Ability to organize, prioritize, and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs Ability to communicate effectively Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business Ability to analyze and interpret data to make data-driven decisions Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement Education and Experience Master's degree in Orientation & Mobility required Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) Certification preferred Equivalent combination of experience and education Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation. Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings # of Jobs 1.00 Salary: From 63744.00 Teacher Scale N Minimum Educational Requirements Masters Term 10 Month Additional Job Information Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires the occasional exertion of up to twenty pounds of force. Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication. Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment. Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work. Ability to move to other work locations. Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications. Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic) Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress. Job Attachment View Attachment Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

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