District-Wide, Educational Audiologist

The Public Schools of Brookline seek a half-time Educational Audiologist to support the access needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Educational Audiologist works closely with general educators special education staff related service providers administrators and families to promote academic success and full participation in school activities. This role involves consultation across preschool K-8 and high school learning environments. Successful candidates will have a solid understanding of the educational impact of hearing loss the ability to interpret audiological data in educational terms and familiarity with assistive listening technology and classroom acoustics.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Interpreting clinical audiological reports and translating findings into educational recommendations
• Participating in IEP and Section 504 Student Accommodation Plan meetings to develop necessary accommodations for student access
• Ordering (as needed) troubleshooting and maintaining hearing assistive technology including hearing aids cochlear implants (in collaboration with medical providers) and FM/DM systems
• Conducting classroom/student observations including acoustic evaluations and recommending environmental modifications.
• Providing annual/as-needed trainings for staff and students on the use and care of hearing technology students hearing profile and classroom accommodations
• Providing consultation to teachers speech-language pathologists occupational therapists school psychologists and administrators on accommodations and use of hearing equipment
• Collaborating with the Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to support student goals
• Communicating with families regarding hearing technology auditory access and educational impact

Qualifications

• Doctorate (Au.D. or Ph.D.) or Masters degree in Audiology
• MA State licensure in Audiology
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-A)
• Experience working with school-aged children
• Knowledge of IDEA Section 504 and special education procedures.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• This role will require travel between school sites and the occasional lifting of equipment up to 25 pounds.

The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.

The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.