What are the responsibilities and job description for the K-12 Assistive Technology Specialist - AAC/Communication Job at CROSSROADS REHAB position at CROSSROADS REHABILITATION CENTER INC?
Job Description
Job Description
Easterseals Crossroads provides services designed to help remove social and physical barriers so that individuals with disabilities and their families have more opportunity to live inclusively and equitably. We provide top-quality, family-focused, innovative services tailored to meet the needs of the individuals we serve.
Position Summary :
The Assistive Technology Specialist is a compassionate professional dedicated to assessing, implementing, and supporting assistive technology solutions for individuals with disabilities. This role provides technical assistance and training to help all students in Indiana PK-12 public schools achieve their fullest educational potential through accessibility and engagement in the general curriculum.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the specialist collaborates with clients, educators, therapists, and other stakeholders to identify and implement the best assistive technology tools. These tools enhance independence, learning, communication, and overall quality of life for individuals with diverse needs. This includes using assistive technology and accessible educational materials to support students, teachers, administrators, service providers, and families in maximizing educational outcomes.
This specialist focuses on curriculum access for Indiana public K-12 schools, particularly for students with AAC / Communication needs.
Our benefits package includes :
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement account
- Flexible spending accounts
- Wellness support
- Employer-provided short- and long-term disability
- Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and birthday
Essential Functions :
Among other duties, this primarily includes providing technical assistance, training, classroom observations, disseminating information, and connecting educators, service providers, and parents with needed assistive technology.
Note : The above essential functions are illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities, but this is not intended to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. A driven and passionate educator, willing and able to adapt quickly and creatively, would thrive in this role.
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Experience required :
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Easterseals Crossroads is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
