About this role
ACES is seeking to fill a vacancy in its Assistive Technology Services Department. Candidates must be a certified Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, or Special Education Teachers.
Candidate will serve as an AT specialist and work with students with a wide range of disabilities to provide a variety of AT services for students and their support teams to reduce barriers to access for academics, communication, physical access, executive functioning, and other domains. AT services may include evaluations and consultations, professional development for educators, and training for parents. A strong understanding of AT, curriculum access and pedagogy, and assessments are required. A background in determining appropriate AT tools and supports, including AAC, and supporting the use of such devices is beneficial but not required. The successful candidate must have demonstrated experience in the areas of Assistive Technology with a disabled population. Responsibilities will include assessments, trainings, consulting, and implementation of recommendations.
Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary related services team working at ACES within its member districts. ACES is committed to mentoring and professional development for staff and encourages staff in gaining new knowledge and skills to best serve students. Individuals experienced working with low-incident populations are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, strong collaboration skills, and experience in administering a variety of diagnostic assessments, writing reports, and presenting at PPTs. Successful candidates will provide indirect services, both in small groups and/or within the general education setting, according to the needs of the child.
Extensive travel throughout Connecticut is a requirement for this position. Mileage reimbursement for travel.