Job Details

JABBERGYM IS HIRING A REMOTE, PART-TIME ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST.

MUST HAVE SCHOOL-BASED AND IEP EXPERIENCE.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: An Assistive Technology Specialist provides training and consultation on universal design for learning and accessible technology; develops and shares resources for supporting site-based staff to implement; provides access to accessible technology and supports site-based staff with the process of Student Access Planning (AT Consideration).

JOB GROUP DESCRIPTION: Therapist

OVERTIME STATUS: Exempt

FOCUSES: Training, Consultation, and Assistive Technology Support

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains cutting-edge knowledge of emerging and innovative technologies for supporting universal learning
• Knowledge of assistive technology supports and strategies to address access, communication, mobility, positioning, recreation/leisure/play, environmental control, and activities of daily living
• Supports regional, district, and site-based capacity building in the meaningful and productive use of accessible technology and consideration of student's individual needs through training and skill-building opportunities as well as coaching and mentoring
• Contributes to the development of resources for supporting training, skill building, coaching, and mentoring activities
• Maintains project data and outcome measures to assist with program review and improvement
• When needed determines AT needs as part of a comprehensive assessment, which addresses all areas related to the student's disability and based on the student's strengths, tasks, and expectations; prepares written reports as required
• Effectively manages schedule and time to proactively support mentoring and coaching plans, upcoming trainings, incoming requests for assistance, and ongoing material development
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with project staff and advisors, regional training teams, district, and site-based leaders
• Complies with the rules and regulations set forth in federal and state special education laws and regulations
• Provide services within the Agency's catchment area
• Maintain an attendance register in accordance with the Service Page of the IEP and the Individual Service Agreement (ISA) for each student
• Input services into the company's database and sign the service logs on a monthly basis
• Adapt educational materials and equipment for the purpose of providing intervention and/or meeting the individual student's needs
• Collect data on student achievements for the purpose of documenting activities, preparing reports and/or updating IEP logs
• Maintain and prepare a wide variety of manual and electronic materials (e.g. charts, logs, records and/or reports) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information; and/or complying with mandated requirements
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master's degree is preferred
• A valid Education Specialist Credential or Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential, or equivalent.
• Advanced coursework or specialized training in Assistive Technology, or ATP certification
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance
• Working knowledge of standard business practices and procedures
• Computer-literate; knowledge of standard company software applications, internet
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Problem-solving ability and proven accuracy with detailed information
• Proficient written and verbal English language communication skills, including business writing and professional telephone manner
• Reliability, dependability, and flexibility

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.