Assistive Technology Specialist (Part-Time)

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Saint James (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Da Vinci Collaborative in New York is seeking an Assistive Technology Specialist to assess students' support needs and identify tech tools to boost learning. You will work with student teams, teachers, and families to implement and monitor progress using technology.

You will educate and coach staff on tech integration, attend team meetings, and manage session notes and documentation across districts, including travel to Long Island as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Experience creating/using assistive technology for education.
• Preferred: Assistive Technology Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess technology tools to support students' needs.
• Coordinate with students, teachers, and families.
• Schedule consultations at school year or ESY.
• Monitor progress and adjust implementation.
• Attend biweekly team meetings.
• Complete paperwork and records.
• Travel to Long Island school districts as needed.

Skills

Assistive tech experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Flexible hours

CSE meetings availability

Travel to districts

AAC apps & accessibility tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree

SLP/OT/Ed/Tech background

Experience with children with special needs

Assistive Technology Certification

Tools

Google Chrome extensions

iPad AAC apps

Accessibility settings

Project management software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Da Vinci Collaborative is a multi-functional educational company that provides services designed to support the academic growth of our clients. The role of Assistive Technology Specialist is to assess our students’ support needs and work with a student’s team to identify the technological supports and tools that will help to best support students' academic needs. Ongoing consultation and coaching support are provided to students, teachers, staff, and teachers on how to implement and monitor progress utilizing technology.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to assess technology tools to support student's individual needs
• Continuously educating and researching new and innovative technology solutions
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with the district representatives, teachers, parents, and students
• Independently schedule all required consultation sessions at the beginning of the school year or ESY session
• Monitor student progress and teacher administration; adjust implementation as necessary
• Work well with and exchange information with other Da Vinci Collaborators
• Attend biweekly team meetings
• Communicate concerns regarding cases on a daily basis
• Complete all necessary paperwork and record-keeping, including session notes, sign-in sheets, and consultation summaries

SKILLS/CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED/PREFERRED

• Experience creating and/or working with technology to assist students with disabilities
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Able to work flexible hours to meet with parents, teachers, district representatives, and Da Vinci leadership
• Must be available to attend CSE (Committee for Special Education) meetings as requested
• Must be available to travel to a variety of school districts across Long Island
• Experience with Google Chrome extensions, iPad apps (especially AAC), Accessibility Settings, and Project Management Software

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Background in Speech Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Education, and/or Instructional Technology - Preferred
• Experience with Children with Special Needs - Required
• Assistive Technology Certification - Preferred