Teacher - Orientation and Mobility Specialist (2026-2027) at Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Coordinator of Assessment and Support, provides orientation and mobility instruction, as appropriate, in the following areas: body awareness; laterality; environmental concepts; gross and fine motor skills related to independent travel; sensory awareness, stimulation, and training; spatial concepts; sighted guide procedures; basic protective and information gathering techniques; orientation skills; map skills; cane skills; use of residual vision; low vision aids related to travel skills; residential travel; travel in business districts; procedures for crossing streets, including traffic control signals; use of public transportation systems; procedures for travel and independent functioning in places of public accommodation; skills of daily living; sensory/motor skills in coordination with the appropriate therapist and teacher of the visually impaired and general education teacher. This position is itinerant.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Credentials: - Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) - Appropriate California Credential: Orientation and Mobility - Must meet requirements set by the State of California for certification authorization specific to Orientation and Mobility Specialist. Experience: - Successful student teaching/instructional experience with the visually impaired. - Minimum successful field experience in orientation and mobility. Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Copy of Transcript (Showing Bachelor's Degree and beyond - or copy of diploma)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters from within last three (3) years.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Credentials: - Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) - Appropriate California Credential: Orientation and Mobility - Must meet requirements set by the State of California for certification authorization specific to Orientation and Mobility Specialist. Experience: - Successful student teaching/instructional experience with the visually impaired. - Minimum successful field experience in orientation and mobility. Must possess a private vehicle, valid California driver’s license and carry current automobile insurance with at least minimum coverage for public liability and property damage. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met.
In addition to submitting the certificated application, qualified candidates should upload:
- Copy of Transcript (Showing Bachelor's Degree and beyond - or copy of diploma)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters from within last three (3) years.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”
Comments and Other Information
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.”
Application Deadline
6/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/18/2026
Contact
Alejandrina Contreras
661-636-4752
661-636-4752
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$64,165 - $122,484 Annually
$64,165 - $122,484 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
$64,165 - $122,484 per year based on 25 steps. Maximum entry $103,079. Additional $1,300 annual stipend will be paid for Master’s Degree; $1,600 for Doctorate.
Length of Work Year
185 days/11 months per year, 7.5 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
Prepaid medical, vision, and dental plans are provided for the employee and eligible family members.
Interviews
by June 15, 2026