Audiologist (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Educational Audiologist provides audiological assessments and aural rehabilitation to students as part of the special education and/or 504 team.

Requirements

Proficient oral and written communication skills
Proficient personal relationship skills
Ability to organize, communicates effectively, make decisions, work independently and as a member of the Teaching Specialist team.
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which will be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Ability to perform a variety of tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a calm and efficient manner
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Doctoral Degree in Audiology
Kansas License in Audiology

Nice To Haves

Fitting License preferred

Responsibilities

Performs assessments and consultation regarding auditory functioning
Performs electroacoustic checks of personal hearing aids and frequency modulation (FM) systems
Plans and records work schedule in electronic calendar (Outlook) weekly and records any changes as they occur to ensure accurate scheduling
Performs aural rehabilitation therapy
Coordinates and facilitates maintenance of auditory equipment
Monitors students' use of hearing technology
Performs assessment of educational environments
Provides consultation and in-service to staff and parents recommending referrals and resources, appropriate equipment, its functioning and maintenance, and the educational needs of hearing impaired students
Evaluates effectiveness of amplification in the educational setting
Performs minor repair of equipment
Assists in coordination between the department, outside audiologists, and medical practitioners to interpret the audiological/medical/educational needs of students
Assists in providing follow up for medical/audiological appointments
Works collaboratively with Speech-Language Pathologist, Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff to ensure an appropriate and consistent auditory training program for students
Collaborates with Individualized Education Program (IEP) team members in regards to the students' progress
Notifies IEP manager, completes and sends appropriate forms to parent, IEP manager, school nurse, prepares report and provides copies to IEP manager, updates present levels and progress in advance of IEP
Prepares appropriate referrals, reports and other forms as needed
Assists district in protocol, laws, and regulations regarding the process of diagnosis of hearing loss
Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.