Educational Audiologist

Partners In Special Education; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners In Special Education in Pasadena, CA seeks an audiologist for school-based services. You will evaluate hearing in students, participate in IEP teams, recommend amplification solutions, and monitor outcomes. Strong communication with students, parents, and district staff is essential.

Minimum one year of educational setting experience and CA Credential in Audiology required. The role offers hourly pay with competitive benefits and opportunities to support students’ educational needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundamental principles, methods and techniques for evaluating students' hearing.
• Understanding of etiology, psychology, problems and needs of students with hearing losses.
• Knowledge of speech and language development in students with hearing losses and their relation to personality and emotions.
• Skill in speech reading and auditory training techniques.
• Skill in selecting and evaluating amplification systems and audiological equipment.

Responsibilities

• Examine students with ear, hearing or balance problems.
• Assess exam results and diagnose the student.
• Provide interpretation of audiological test results for IEP team recommendations.
• Select and fit appropriate classroom amplification.
• Monitor progress of students with hearing loss and adjust as needed.
• Determine best course of treatment considering educational needs.
• Participate in IEP team decisions regarding student needs.
• Counsel students, staff and families on listening and communication methods.
• Evaluate and follow up on student condition and developments.
• Consult with school staff and family about hearing loss and education access.
• Educate students on preventing hearing loss.

Skills

Hearing evaluation

Speech reading

Interpretation of data

Classroom amplification

Communication with students/parents

Travel ability

Education

CA Credential in Audiology

AuD/MA in Audiology

Tools

Audiometer

Hearing aids

Job description

Starting Pay Range

$40.00 - $60.00 - Hourly

Depending on experience

Job Description:

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:*

• Examine students with ear, hearing or balance and other related problems.
• Assess exam results and diagnose the student.
• Provide interpretation of audiological test results and make recommendations as a part of the IEP team.
• Selects and fits appropriate classroom amplifications.
• Monitors the progress of students with hearing loss, use of amplification and makes appropriate adjustments, as needed.
• Determine the best course of treatment, taking the student's educational needs and concerns into consideration.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team to make decisions regarding students' educational needs and services.
• Provide counseling for the student, staff and close family members on how to best listen and communicate using methods such as lip reading or technology.
• Evaluate and follow up on the student's condition and record any developments.
• Consult with school staff and family regarding student needs in relation to hearing loss and accessing their education.
• Educate students on ways to prevent hearing loss.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of the fundamental principles, methods and techniques for evaluating students' hearing.
• Understanding of the etiology, psychology, problems and needs of students with hearing losses.
• Knowledge of speech and language development in students with hearing losses and the relationship of hearing losses to personality and emotional development.
• Skill in speech reading and auditory training techniques.
• Skill in the selection, evaluation of performance characteristics and the use of classroom amplification systems, hearing aids and other audiological equipment.
• Skill in interpreting and reporting audiometric, audiologic and related behavioral test data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and District personnel.
• Knowledge of in-service resources and ability to implement them.
• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability and socioeconomic groups.
• Ability to travel to other sites or locations.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum one year as a practicing audiologist in an educational setting.
• Valid CA Clinical/Rehabilitative Services Credential in Audiology or one of the following credentials authorizing service as an audiologist is required.

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.