Position Type: Special Education - LicensedDate Posted: 12/16/2024Location: District 6SWAAAC Assistive Technology Specialist, District Classification: Exempt Date Posted: December 16, 2024 Contract Length/ Days: (2024-2025 School Year, 260 days) Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range: APT Range 8, ($64,839 - $95,256), Negotiable based on experience Benefits: Weld County School District 6 is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, please see our Benefits Overview. Paid Leave: Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to A/P/T employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual. Reports to: Director of Special Education Deadline for Application: Until filled EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Required:
- Bachelor's degree
- Colorado teaching license
- Speech and Language credential or other valid Special Education teaching credentials.
Preferred:
- Two years of experience in Special Education or an Assistive Technology Certificate
JOB DESCRIPTION Summary/Objective: Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Department, the AAC/AT [KC1] Specialist provides support, services and consultation to address a student's defined AAC/AT needs as outlined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The AAC/AT Specialist provides support to IEP teams with consideration of student communication and assistive technology needs. The AAC/AT Specialist provides training, consultation and monitoring of staff in the use of equipment/devices. Essential Functions:
- Conducts classroom consultations for assistive technology implementation to support least restrictive environments, differentiated instruction, and technology integration.
- Determines, through collaboration with other members of the assessment team, assistive technology needs as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary evaluation which addresses all areas related to the disability and based on the student's strengths, tasks, and expectations.
- Provides ongoing support to teachers and students regarding software, device, and equipment with guidance on the proper usage.
- Communicates and provides any updates with the IT department to ensure the software and equipment used on networked computers are adequate and functional.
- Provides reports and participates in multidisciplinary assessments to In-School team members as required.
- Effectively interprets federal and state policy and procedures; tracks and interprets data.
- Collaborates with IT department to install approved software, determine compatibility and configure access technology.
- Attends training in technology, software, assessment, and strategies and provides technical support to the team, students, and parents as necessary.
- Collaborates with school assessment coordinators to support the state and local standardized testing processes and policies in regards to accessibility and accommodations.
- Demonstrates knowledge in their specialty area of assistive technology (e.g., access, alternative augmentative communication, computer-based instruction, mobility, positioning, assistive listening and signaling devices, recreation/leisure/play, vision technology and environmental control, and activities of daily living).
- Apply discipline-specific knowledge regarding assistive technology and use appropriate assistive technology in a variety of educational settings.
Additional Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Mental Ability
- Understand the multidisciplinary nature of assistive technology application and contribution of a variety of disciplines to the service delivery process.
- Understand skills required to serve as a member of multidisciplinary team providing services for assistive technology (ie. ability to include parents as team members, ability to listen and respond to input from other team members).
- Ability to apply established technology solutions to enhance individual or small work group efficiency and effectiveness.
- Knowledge of intellectual and social/emotional needs of students.
- Experience working with students with disabilities.
- Exceptional listening, verbal, and written communications skills, flexibility, and be a self-directed learner.
- Ability to effectively communicate with district personnel, schools, the community, and families.
- Great attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Computer proficiency in Google Workspace (e.g. Mail, Calendar, Meets, Docs, Slides, Sheets) as well as software applications relevant to area of responsibility.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person environments.
- Ability to problem-solve, schedule daily activities/meetings, model good communication, and to communicate and work effectively with professional staff and parents.
- Ability to work well independently and in a team setting.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Work Environment/ Physical Demands: Physical and mental abilities sufficient to perform the essential functions and duties of the position as outlined. Travel: None Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at 970-###-#### with any questions. EEO/AAP Statement Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows: James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer 1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 Phone: 970-###-#### Email address: ...@greeleyschools.org