Regional Assistive Technology Specialist – Lafayette Area

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Special School District in Louisiana seeks an ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY REGIONAL SPECIALIST to serve Lafayette and surrounding areas. Travel required.

This 10-month position will involve coordinating Assistive Technology services across districts, providing training to instructional teams, and leading region-wide AT initiatives. The role includes consulting with school districts on AT assessments, developing AEM resources, collaborating with the AT team, and helping establish AEM Centers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education/allied health technology or closely related field OR licensure in an allied health profession.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Assistive Technology for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to instructional team members in the use of Assistive Technology.
• Serve as Consortium Assistive Technology team leader for designated parishes.
• Serve as an Assistive Technology consultant to school districts in assigned areas.
• Assist districts in conducting Assistive Technology assessments of students.
• Gather and maintain data on Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) activities and support activities provided to the school districts.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the assistive technology team in each district.
• Collaborate in the development of a website for the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) by posting blogs and learning modules.
• Assist in the establishment of the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Centers and provide resources and services to Assistive Technology team members and instructional staff of students with disabilities.
• Assist in Professional Developments for school districts on Assistive Technology and Accessible Educational Materials.
• Develop and/or facilitate distance learning opportunities for staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Director.

Skills

Education/licensure/degree

AT experience with disabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in education/allied health technology or closely related field

Job description

Louisiana Special School District in Louisiana seeks an ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY REGIONAL SPECIALIST to serve Lafayette and surrounding areas. Travel required.

This 10-month position will involve coordinating Assistive Technology services across districts, providing training to instructional teams, and leading region-wide AT initiatives. The role includes consulting with school districts on AT assessments, developing AEM resources, collaborating with the AT team, and helping establish AEM Centers