Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Instructor: Orientation & Mobility
Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
Title
INSTRUCTOR: ORIENTATION & MOBILITY
Job Summary
Provides orientation and mobility services to students of Anne Arundel County Public Schools in compliance with state, federal, and Board of Education policies and procedures in order to protect and promote orientation and mobility within the environment and safe travel skills that facilitate student's ability to access educational programming. Instructor is responsible for student's safety during orientation and mobility instruction.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Instructs students who are blind and with visual impairments in skills and knowledge to enable the student to relate their body image and spatial, directional, and orientation skills to their environment and independent travel. Trains students to use tactile, auditory, kinesthetic, olfactory, and proprioceptive information. Prepares instruction through lesson plans to address each student’s assessed needs and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives. Prepares and uses equipment and materials such as tactile maps, models, low vision devices, adaptive mobility devices, and various cane devices for the development of orientation and mobility skills. Provides orientation of new buildings and new class schedules to students who are blind and with visual impairments and instructions regarding disability awareness and self-advocacy skills in students. Performs assessments that focus on long and short-term student needs and contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Provides in-service, consultation, support services and community resources information to students, families, and school and safety personnel regarding the blind and visually impaired student needs, and appropriate methods of student interaction to foster maximum independence and safety. Evaluates student’s progress ongoing and maintain accurate records in accordance to federal, state and local standards. Participates in parent conferences, meetings and teacher trainings. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required. Master's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
Experience
Three (3) years successful classroom teaching experience preferred. Three (3) years school-based orientation and mobility experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current trends, research and technology in field of specialization. Knowledge of the special education process and curricula in the public-school system. Knowledge of school organization and administration, with special emphasis on teaching techniques used with students who are blind or visually impaired. Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff, parents, community agencies and the public. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required. Hold or be eligible for Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS) issued by Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) required. Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and Daily access to reliable transportation.
Driving Requirements
Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal Vehicle
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Using hands to handle or feel: under 1/3 percent of the time Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time Wrist deviation: under 1/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time Bending: under 1/3 percent of the time Twisting: under 1/3 percent of the time Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the time Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: over 2/3 percent of the time Driving: over 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time In the community (homes, businesses, etc.): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Warehouse environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Shop environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Temperature Change: under 1/3 percent of the time
Exposure
Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
Moderate: over 2/3 percent of the time
Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements
Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
50% weekly day travel within the county
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INSTRUCTOR: ORIENTATION & MOBILITY
Job Summary
Provides orientation and mobility services to students of Anne Arundel County Public Schools in compliance with state, federal, and Board of Education policies and procedures in order to protect and promote orientation and mobility within the environment and safe travel skills that facilitate student's ability to access educational programming. Instructor is responsible for student's safety during orientation and mobility instruction.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Instructs students who are blind and with visual impairments in skills and knowledge to enable the student to relate their body image and spatial, directional, and orientation skills to their environment and independent travel. Trains students to use tactile, auditory, kinesthetic, olfactory, and proprioceptive information. Prepares instruction through lesson plans to address each student’s assessed needs and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives. Prepares and uses equipment and materials such as tactile maps, models, low vision devices, adaptive mobility devices, and various cane devices for the development of orientation and mobility skills. Provides orientation of new buildings and new class schedules to students who are blind and with visual impairments and instructions regarding disability awareness and self-advocacy skills in students. Performs assessments that focus on long and short-term student needs and contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Provides in-service, consultation, support services and community resources information to students, families, and school and safety personnel regarding the blind and visually impaired student needs, and appropriate methods of student interaction to foster maximum independence and safety. Evaluates student’s progress ongoing and maintain accurate records in accordance to federal, state and local standards. Participates in parent conferences, meetings and teacher trainings. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required. Master's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
Experience
Three (3) years successful classroom teaching experience preferred. Three (3) years school-based orientation and mobility experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current trends, research and technology in field of specialization. Knowledge of the special education process and curricula in the public-school system. Knowledge of school organization and administration, with special emphasis on teaching techniques used with students who are blind or visually impaired. Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff, parents, community agencies and the public. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required. Hold or be eligible for Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists (COMS) issued by Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) required. Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and Daily access to reliable transportation.
Driving Requirements
Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal Vehicle
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Using hands to handle or feel: under 1/3 percent of the time Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time Wrist deviation: under 1/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 percent of the time Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time Bending: under 1/3 percent of the time Twisting: under 1/3 percent of the time Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the time Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: over 2/3 percent of the time Driving: over 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time In the community (homes, businesses, etc.): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Warehouse environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Shop environment: under 1/3 percent of the time Temperature Change: under 1/3 percent of the time
Exposure
Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
Moderate: over 2/3 percent of the time
Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements
Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
50% weekly day travel within the county
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