Days per Year: 226Min: $71,540Mid: $86,196JOB TITLE: Facilitator - Assistive TechnologyREPORTS TO: Technology Coordinator - Special Education ServicesWAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt PAY GRADE: AI 2PRIMARY PURPOSE:The Assistive Technology Facilitator coordinates the assessment process, training, and maintenance of all assistive technology devices and equipment district-wide for students with a disability.All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.QUALIFICATIONS:Required:
- Master's Degree from an accredited university
- Previous experience and/or education in the field of communication disabilities
- Five years' experience in Special Education
Preferred:
- Two years of assistive technology team training.
- Valid Texas license for Speech Language Pathology granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology with ASHA certification of clinical competence, OR
- Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board
- Occupational Therapy Examiners, OR
- Valid Texas teaching certificate in the field of special education with at least five years experience in special education, may include a Diagnostician.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Intricate knowledge of child development and communication disabilities
- Knowledge of various disorders, disabilities, and syndromes encountered in
- public school
- Extensive Knowledge of Assistive Technology Services
- Advanced knowledge of assistive technology software and hardware
- Through understanding of FAPE and IDEA requirements for services in public education
- Knowledge of TEA and District eligibility criteria for specialized services
- Skills in consultation with teachers and parents
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively (spoken and written)
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Assessment Services
- Assess students with disabilities to determine necessary assistive technology devices and services.
- Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures. 3. Participate with and facilitate assistive technology teams to modify/adapt curriculum and implement recommended assistive technology devices/services.
Consultation
- Consult with educational staff and parents regarding the provision of assistive technology devices and services.
- Provide staff development training to assist school personnel on the implementation of various assistive technology devices, including both hardware and software applications.
- Provide follow-up support to staff and students.
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
Program Management
- Develop and coordinate assistive technology operational guidelines and a continuing evaluation of the assistive technology program and implement changes based on the findings.
- Assist in the selection of equipment and adaptive material.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Maintain and update the assistive technology inventory.
Administration
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
- Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
- Share training meaningful training opportunities with teachers.
- Conduct other duties and assignments as directed by the Executive Director of Special Education.
WORKING CONDITIONSMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Daily district-wide travel to multiple work locations assigned; moderate lifting. May be required to carry technology equipment and assist students with positioning who have physical disabilitiesThe foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.