Speech Language Pathologist - Assistive Technology

Position Type:

Professional Staff Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted:

6/7/2024

Location:

Lincoln Center

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Who We Are:

Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 15,500 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. The District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 - 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.

Why We Do This Work:

The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistive Technology Speech Language Pathologist will work collaboratively on the District's Assistive Technology Team and will be responsible for the evaluation, selection, and training of staff in regards to Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) as well as other assistive technology devices. This itinerant position will ensure that students throughout the District with disabilities are provided the tools that they need to communicate and access their curriculum. The position reports to the OT/PT/AT Department Specialist and the Speech Department Specialist jointly. The position is only evaluated by the Speech Department Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and recommend appropriate AAC for gaining access to the curriculum and/or communication based on student needs.

• Travel throughout the district to all of the school buildings to perform job functions.

• Complete required documentation within designated timelines.

• Assist with the development of a student's IEP in regards to required AAC/AT.

• Participate in IEP or problem solving meetings as appropriate or based on need.

• Support & collaborate with staff/students to implement AAC/AT devices at the school & district levels.

• Review and utilize data from AAC/AT usage to make appropriate recommendations for students and staff regarding both device selection and implementation.

• Provide small and large group training for school staff, parents, students, and administrators on AAC/AT hardware and software.

• Research AAC best practices, communication devices, software applications, vendors, etc. to become a knowledgeable resource on assistive technology devices and services.

• Communication with parents, case managers, teachers and school administration regarding a student's AAC/AT needs.

• Monitor and assist with the transfer of AAC/AT hardware and software within the district

• Provide inventory management support for AAC/At hardware and software.

• Utilize calendar for scheduling of evaluations and documentation of activities.

• Other duties as determined necessary to support the Assistive Technology Department.

• Attend all Speech Department professional development opportunities.

• Attend all Speech Department meetings.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

Qualifications:

• Professional Educator's License; Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement. Master Degree and ASHA certification are required. License through Illinois Department of Financial and Public Regulations in Speech Language Pathology.

• Minimum of three (3) years experience and /or evidence of working with a variety of alternative augmentative communication and/or curriculum access solutions for individuals with disabilities.

Compensation: Salary Structure

Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application. Posted until filled.

Only online applications will be considered for interviews.

Apply: www.wps60.org

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender, race, color, gender identity, national origin,

religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.