NMSBVI: COMS and Special Education Director

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NMSBVI) is currently recruiting a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) to assist blind and visually impaired students achieve their greatest level of independence. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or higher, current ACVREP certification, and eligibility for O&M licensure from the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED). This is a full-time, 9-month position working on a residential campus with students ages 3-21, some of whom have multiple disabilities. Position available for the 26-27 school year. Applications will be accepted until filled.

Special Education Director

The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting for a Special Education Director. This individual will facilitate all IEPs for students currently attending the residential campus to ensure quality educational programming. Collaborates and coordinates with the Early Childhood Program around IEPs, goals, and special education requirements in order to promote consistency between campuses and within programs on each campus. Provides guidance and support to all staff as an expert in special education law and state and federal requirements. Serves as the supervisor for student support programs and as NMSBVI’s NOVA coordinator. Master’s degree in special education or related field and a minimum of five years’ experience providing services to special education students. Must have a thorough understanding of IDEA-B law. New Mexico Administrative licensure preferred, or be willing to obtain. Must become Braille proficient. Applications accepted until filled.

New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

1900 N. White Sands Blvd.

Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310

Voice: (575) 437-3505, (800) 437-3505

Fax (575) 439-4411

Email: recruiting@nmsbvi.k12.nm.us