EHG - Orientation & Mobility Specialist

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment. POSITION : Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist - 230 Days E. H. Gentry | Services for the Blind ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB) Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year. Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work. ABOUT THE ROLE The E. H. Gentry Facility is one of the most distinct and comprehensive education and rehabilitation programs in the United States. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to a championship philosophy that underscores the genuine belief in and potential of all individuals. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources and, collectively, we share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work and opening the doors to opportunity is where it all begins! The O&M Specialist will work with our students and community referrals to foster independence and confidence through specialized travel training. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing individual needs and implementing customized instructional strategies that empower our consumers to navigate their environments safely and effectively. By bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, you will play a vital role in helping our students achieve their personal and vocational goals. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Must be certified in Orientation & Mobility by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) or be enrolled in an Orientation and Mobility program and earn certification within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess a valid Alabama Teaching Certificate within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Student Instruction & Training Evaluations: Provide individualized O&M evaluations and plan programs including low vision travel aids and pre-cane skills. Direct Instruction: Teach individualized O&M skills to all scheduled students for familiar and unfamiliar environments. Outreach: Provide O&M instruction to consumers in their home, job site, and/or community within surrounding counties. Transportation: Transport students to community locations to provide instruction in realistic learning environments. Administration & Observation Reporting: Make and record observations regarding student progress, attendance, and social behavior. Documentation: Become familiar with and utilize the Gentry database. Lesson Planning: Prepare meaningful lesson plans geared toward assessed needs and vocational goals. Inventory: Maintain inventory of low vision and mobility equipment as assigned. Team Collaboration & Development Staffing: Actively participate in and initiate student staffing as needed. In-Service: Participate in training sessions and provide in-service training upon request. Support: Provide both direct instruction and consultation to students with visual impairments. Professional Development and Certifications Specialized Training: Complete Basics of Blindness and Low Vision / Deaf 101 e-Learning course and Orientation and Mobility Certification within the first 12 months. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. SALARY: Scale GI Rank IB: $57,574.00 - $76,373.00 BS Certified (AL teaching certification) Scale GI Rank 1A: $67,483.00 - $87,759.00 MA Certified (AL teaching certification) Scale GI Rank II: $71,844.00 - $92,764.00 AA Certified (AL teaching certification) Scale MR-4B-41: $41,391.00 - $62,775.30 BS Non-certified Scale MR-4M-43: $43,353.45 - $65,704.80 MS Non-certified Direct deposit is required; bi-weekly payroll Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Available Alabama State Teachers Retirement System Deferred Compensation Options Available Paid Time Off Onsite Daycare DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: This position is funded by a grant award, funded by revenue generated, necessary for compliance or provides direct service delivery.