Duties
General Description:
The Special Education Assistive Technology Itinerant will support the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of communication devices for students with disabilities.
Responsible for the service delivery aligned with IDEA regulations specific to Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) services and devices required for students with disabilities to communicate and access their curriculum
Manage a caseload of augmentative communication evaluations for students who have been referred by IEP teams
Assess and recommend appropriate AAC for gaining access to the curriculum and/or communication based on student needs
Prepare written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written references and/or conveying information
Collaborate with related services and staff members for students who require additional support to communicate, access their curriculum, and/or need specialized access methods
Support staff/student implementation of AAC devices at the school level
Review and utilize data from AAC usage to make appropriate recommendations for students and staff regarding both device selection and implementation
Provide small and large group training for stakeholders
Research AAC best practices, communication devices, software applications, vendors, etc.
Communicate with parents, case managers, teachers and school administration regarding a student’s augmentative communication needs
Monitor and assist with the transfer of AAC/AT hardware and software with the district’s technology department as needed
Provide inventory management support for AAC/AT hardware and software
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required
Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Speech-Language Pathologist or Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement
Preferred five (5) years of professional experience teaching or supporting individuals with disabilities using a variety of alternative augmentative communication solutions, preferably within a large school district
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge of current learning and supportive methods for students with disabilities.
Demonstrated leadership in special education.
Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
Collaborative management style.
Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Ability to multi-task with strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of special education trends in AAC
Demonstrated ability to perform duties under stress, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adhere to strict deadlines to maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
https://www.applitrack.com/d308/onlineapp/default.aspx