Assistive Technology Specialist
About The Position
ACES is seeking an Assistive Technology Specialist for its Assistive Technology Services Department. The successful candidate will be a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and will work with students with a wide range of disabilities, providing assistive technology services to students and their support teams. Services are intended to reduce barriers to access in academics, communication, physical access, executive functioning, and other domains. They may include evaluations and consultations, professional development for educators, and training for parents. The role involves working with a dynamic, multidisciplinary related services team at ACES within its member districts. The specialist will provide indirect services in small groups and/or general education settings according to each child’s needs. Extensive travel throughout Connecticut is required, and mileage is reimbursed. ACES offers staff mentoring and professional development and encourages employees to gain knowledge and skills to best serve students.
Requirements
- Must be a certified Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Demonstrated experience in assistive technology with a disabled population.
- Strong understanding of assistive technology, curriculum access, pedagogy, and assessments.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Experience administering a variety of diagnostic assessments, writing reports, and presenting at PPTs.
- Ability to travel extensively throughout Connecticut.
Nice To Haves
- Background in determining appropriate assistive technology tools and supports, including AAC, and supporting the use of those devices.
- Experience working with low-incident populations.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistive technology assessments and evaluations for students with disabilities.
- Consult with students and their support teams to identify and address barriers to access.
- Provide training for parents and professional development for educators.
- Implement assistive technology recommendations.
- Provide indirect services in small groups and/or general education settings according to the needs of the child.
- Travel extensively throughout Connecticut to provide services.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement for travel.
- Mentoring and professional development for staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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