Assistive Technology (AT), Augmentative, and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist and Speech Pathologist (4.80 Hours) at Districtwide

LOCATION: Districtwide

FTE: .60 (.40 FTE AT/AAC and .20 Speech Pathologist)4.80 hours per day

CONTRACT DAYS:192
SALARY:$32784.60 - $65569.20

BENEFITS:PERS Medical Dental Vision Optional Insurances Paid Leaves Holiday Pay etc.

START DATE:August 26 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE:July 30 2026

JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist provides assessment consultation coaching and professional learning services to support students with disabilities in accessing communication instruction learning environments and educational opportunities. The specialist collaborates with students families educators and multidisciplinary teams to identify implement and monitor effective AT and AAC supports that promote meaningful participation communication independence and educational benefit. The position also builds district capacity through professional learning systems development and promotion of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive educational practices.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide comprehensive AT and AAC evaluations device recommendation(s) implementation of comprehensive systems and training to students family and caregivers and classroom teams.
2. Conduct formal and informal assessments observations trials and data collection to determine student needs for assistive technology and augmentative and alternative communication systems.
3. Prepare and conduct professional development that uses the principles of adult learning related to AT/AAC devices and services; appropriate teaching strategies; and/or other accommodations and modifications.
4. Participate in IEP meetings as a related service specialist and provide recommendations regarding AT/AAC needs services supports accommodations and communication-related goals. Monitor implementation fidelity and student progress to evaluate the effectiveness of recommended AT/AAC supports and make adjustments as needed.
5. Collaborate closely with other service providers and educators to assess select and customize solutions tailored to individual student needs.
6. Analyze student and program data to evaluate program effectiveness and provide information needed for strategic planning.
7. Support continuity of AT/AAC services during transitions between classrooms schools programs and post-secondary environments when appropriate.
8. Collaborate with district leaders to develop and implement systems procedures and practices that support effective AT/AAC service delivery across the district.
9. Identify design construct and/or provide purchasing information about appropriate AT and AAC devices.
10. Provide coaching and guidance to program staff parents and caregivers and district partners to ensure successful adoption of effective integration and utilization of AT/AAC systems within the classroom environment including collaboration with other departments within the district.
11. Maintain a database materials and equipment. Make recommendations for the purchase of additional materials and equipment.
12. Research funding opportunities and referral sources including private insurance for student equipment.
13. Support classrooms parents and caregivers and district partners to engineer environments to promote universal access.
14. Support students with disabilities in accessing communication instruction learning environments and educational opportunities through evidence-based AT and AAC assessment implementation and consultation services.
15. Develop support implementation of and monitor AT/AAC intervention plans aligned with student IEP goals and educational needs.
16. Maintain satisfactory job attendance record.
17. Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Act as a resource in the area of AT and AAC devices and strategies.
2. Maintain records and write reports.
3. Adhere to the policies of the District and procedures of the Department of Special Education.
4. Adhere to the rules and procedures of the licensing agency for the license carried for this position.
5. Effectively engage in a variety of team-based service delivery planning decision-making and problem-solving
6. Work as a member of a transdisciplinary team

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

• Valid Oregon Speech-Language Pathologist License
• Preferred: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification through RESNA
• Extensive experience and familiarity with an array of devices (low and high tech such as communication books switches voice output devices etc.) platforms (e.g. Google Apps for Education Synergy) tablets Chromebooks etc.

Experience Required: Demonstrated at least two years of experience in the assessment selection and implementation of multiple AT and AAC systems.

Experience Preferred: Previous experience in providing coaching and training to staff/adult learners.

Skills Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills in planning developing and implementing staff development to educators utilizing effective instructional strategies for adult learners. Effective communication collaboration skills with students parents and other school personnel that identify and focus on meeting the needs of the student

• Knowledge of
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles of culturally relevant instruction state and federal regulations a variety of disabilities and current best practices for special education.
• Device management accessibility features educational technology systems emerging assistive technology tools educational technology platforms and related software applications
• Knowledge of IDEA Section 504 ADA Oregon Administrative Rules related to special education and best practices in assistive technology and augmentative and alternative communication.
• Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks maintain records have written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential job functions establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students parents other school personnel meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/reaching/handling talking/hearing conversations near/far visual acuity/depth perception and accommodation of field of vision.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 192 days per year. Salary to be established by collective bargaining agreement.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated each year in accordance with provisions of the Boards Policy on Evaluation of Licensed Staff.

Required Experience:

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