Now Hiring: Orientation and Mobility Specialist | Kent, WA | 2025–2026 School Year

Hello O&M Specialists!
Come work with a woman and therapist run company! Ampersand Therapy is seeking to elevate the employment experience of working in schools. We are hiring a full-time Orientation and Mobility Specialist in Kent, WA for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year.

Position Overview

• Role: Orientation and Mobility Specialist
• Location: Kent, WA
• Dates: 2025-2026 school year; 1.0 FTE
• Starting ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Develops plans and instructs students with visual impairments in the development of skills and knowledge
• Implement IEPs, individualized interventions, and classroom accommodations
• Build a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with school-based Special Education teams, behavior specialists, and families
• Participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, and team planning sessions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid WA teaching license
• Orientation and Mobility Specialist ESA required, or willing and eligible to obtain
• Must hold a valid Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) certificate from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP), or a valid National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB)
• Fingerprinting with OSPI

Compensation & Benefits

• W-2 employment
• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits* (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) matching
• Licensure, CEU, and professional development reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement (IRS rate)
• Professional and general liability insurance
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid volunteer time (up to 5 hours) and donation matching*

*Benefits for 0.8 FTE and higher. Waiting period applies.

Why Choose Ampersand Therapy?

We’re a small, woman and therapist run company committed to empowering specialists like you. We've walked in your shoes, working in both district and contract roles, and built Ampersand to be the company we always wished existed.

Our mission is simple: Support our specialists, serve students, and strengthen communities.

Our Values

• Equity: We're committed to creating a climate of equity and inclusion.
• Community: We give back through volunteering, donations, and partnerships with causes like Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Conscious Kid.
• Sustainability: From digital documentation to carbon-negative operations, we’re committed to earth-conscious practices.

Ready to work for a company that truly supports school-based professionals? Apply today and bring your passion for special education to a team that cares.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.