Assistive Technology Specialist

AREA COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES•Hamden, CT

4d•$63,267 - $108,199

About The Position

ACES is hiring an Assistive Technology Specialist for its Assistive Technology Services Department. The specialist will work with students with a wide range of disabilities and their support teams to provide assistive technology services that reduce barriers to academic access, communication, physical access, executive functioning, and other domains. Services may include evaluations and consultations, professional development for educators, and training for parents. The role is part of a multidisciplinary related services team working at ACES within its member districts. The successful candidate will provide indirect services in small groups and/or general education settings according to each child’s needs. Extensive travel throughout Connecticut is required; mileage reimbursement is provided. ACES offers mentoring and professional development for staff.

Requirements

Must be a certified Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, or Special Education Teacher.
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.

Nice To Haves

Background in determining appropriate assistive technology tools and supports, including AAC, and supporting the use of such devices; beneficial but not required.
Experience working with low-incident populations.

Responsibilities

Provide assistive technology assessments and evaluations.
Consult with students and their support teams.
Conduct trainings for parents and educators and provide professional development for educators.
Implement assistive technology recommendations.
Provide indirect services in small groups and/or within general education settings according to the needs of the child.
Travel extensively throughout Connecticut to serve ACES member districts.