Salary : $48,505.60 - $116,542.40 Annually
Location : Bettendorf - 52722 - Scott County, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 27-00352
Agency: 282 Iowa Department of Education
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag: #LI-DNP
Point of Contact:To Apply: Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume and cover letter to their NeoGov application
Job Description This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.Orientation and Mobility SpecialistPrimary Function:- In collaboration with Area Education Agencies (AEAs) and Local Education Agencies (LEAs), and using an itinerant model, the Orientation and Mobility Specialist provide direct and consultative orientation and mobility services to students with visual impairments, in their local school and home settings.
- Formulates appropriate educational objectives, activities, evaluation, goals, and instruction.
- Reports student growth and programs to parents periodically.
- Participates as a member of multidisciplinary teams; involved with evaluations; educational planning.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in orientation and mobility plus experience using a computer and other office equipment required. Candidates must meet State of Iowa orientation and mobility specialist licensure requirements by the time of appointment. The ability to travel throughout a designated region within Iowa on a daily basis is also required. Information on Iowa licensing requirements may be found at the Board of Educational Examiners webpage:
Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in orientation and mobility and experience with school-age children preferred.
Benefits, Provided work tools:Comprehensive benefit package includes but not limited to:
- Medical/Dental
- Retirement account options
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts- medical and dependent care
Employees are provided the use of a state vehicle, laptop and cell phone for completion of work duties.
Position Details:Full-time, School-year appointment.
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Minimum Qualification RequirementsApplicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- One of the following current licenses from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners:
- School Psychologist; or
- School Counseling; or
- Speech Language Pathologist.
- All of the following (a and b):
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in orientation and mobility; and
- Possession of a current Iowa Orientation and Mobility Specialist license.
- All of the following (a and b):
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field; and
- Possession of a current Iowa Teaching Certificate.
