Augmentative & Alternative Communication Consultant

MEMSPA; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Augmentative & Alternative Communication Consultant role at Eaton RESA collaborates with speech-language pathologists and special education teams to support students who benefit from AAC throughout the school day.

This position requires strong communication, problem solving, and coaching skills; it delivers professional learning to districts and coordinates resources with families, vendors, and medical providers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education, speech-language pathology, or related field.
• Michigan license required for SLP; CCC optional.
• Three or more years of AAC experience with students.
• Understanding of language development and communication differences.
• Knowledge of evidence-based AAC strategies.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations for students with disabilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience coaching staff and fostering collaboration.
• Facilitation skills for staff and outside agencies in AAC services.

Responsibilities

• Consult and coach teams to plan AAC tools and strategies.
• Gather input from teachers, SLPs, admins and stakeholders.
• Support ongoing review of communication skills during AAC implementation.
• Share AAC resources and training materials.
• Join teams with knowledge of access methods for diverse needs.
• Provide coaching on intervention strategies through PLCs.
• Manage lending library of AAC hardware and apps.
• Assist staff in evaluating AAC effectiveness.
• Recommend materials and equipment to meet student needs.
• Coordinate with vendors for repair and support.
• Develop training to build district capacity in AAC.
• Apply SETT process in collaboration with Assistive Tech Consultant.
• Create and manage AAC Consultation Support Request System.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Collaboration

Training

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Michigan SLP license (CCC optional)

3+ years AAC experience

Job description

Augmentative & Alternative Communication Consultant

Deadline: December 29, 2026
District/Organization: Eaton RESA
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $48104 – $91629

NOTE: This position will be 210 days

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Director, Related Services and Special Education Consultants, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Consultant acts as a collaborative team member, providing coaching and resources to special education teams that support students who benefit from Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC).

The position requires exceptional communication skills, strong problem-solving skills, and flexibility as this role provides consultation and professional learning to local districts on topics related to AAC. The AAC consultant works in conjunction with the speech-language pathologists to identify and provide tools that help students communicate throughout their school day to reach their maximum potential as learners. This role includes collaboration with not only school personnel, but also families, community partners, medical and/or therapy providers, and equipment vendors.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides consultation and coaching to the multidisciplinary team to plan tools and strategies that support communication development among students with complex communication needs.

2. Seeks input and feedback from teachers, SLPs, administrators and other stakeholders.

3. Supports speech-language pathologists in the ongoing review and assessment of communication skills during various stages of AAC implementation.

4. Catalogs and shares a variety of resources related to AAC and language learning, including but not limited to core vocabulary resources, systematic implementation strategies, and device-specific training and troubleshooting.

5. Joins multidisciplinary teams with knowledge about access methods for those with physical, vision or multiple needs.

6. Provides ongoing coaching and feedback regarding specific intervention strategies to IEP team members through professional learning communities and professional development offerings.

7. Manages and maintains a lending library of hardware, apps and accessories to support local districts in providing AAC systems to students.

8. Assists staff in determining the effectiveness of AAC systems and strategies within instructional environments.

9. In collaboration with the Accessible Learning Department team, recommends the purchase of materials or equipment for the lending library to meet both generic and specific student needs.

10. Communicates with AAC vendors and technical support personnel to facilitate repair, requisition, and general trouble-shooting related to AAC hardware and software.

11. Develops training in response to local districts’ learning needs in order to build capacity around the topic of AAC and language development among students with complex communication needs.

12. Demonstrates knowledge of the SETT process in collaboration with Assistive Technology Consultant

13. Creates and actively manages AAC Consultation Support Request System to ensure efficient scheduling of consultant’s time.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. Master’s degree in special education, speech-language pathology, or related field.

2. For Speech-Language Pathologists, Michigan License is required and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) is optional.

3. Three or more years of experience implementing AAC systems with students who have complex communication needs.

4. Understanding of typical language acquisition and development, as well as familiarity with a variety of communication differences and disorders.

5. Knowledge of research-based strategies for teaching and implementing AAC.

6. Knowledge of federal and state statutes and regulations regarding the provision of services and equipment to students with disabilities within the educational setting.

7. Effective oral and written communication skills.

8. Experience with coaching staff and other collaborative team building practices.

9. Facilitation skills to work effectively with staff, school administrators, and outside agencies in the delivery of augmentative/alternative communication services.

PHYSICAL EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical demands of the job are as follows:

• Sitting – possibility for long periods of time
• Standing/Walking/Bending/Stooping – some
• Lifting – involves minor lifting

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• This position requires that the employee provide his/her own transportation for job-related travel.
• There may be a requirement to work some evenings and weekends (in alignment with a flexible 210 day schedule) based on program needs.
• The employee must exercise discretion and confidentiality in dealing with staff, students and operations.

Eaton RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identify), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language proficiency is not a barrier to admission or participation. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte, Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone [phone].