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Assistive Technology Specialist Job Description:
 | Train staff and students to use various assistive technology devices,
including both hardware and software applications. |
| Teach assistive technology classes to staff members throughout the
school year and summer. |
| Monitor student use of assistive technology devices. |
| Collaborate and consult with staff on assistive technology evaluations. |
| Consult with the technology coordinator at each high school regarding
the installation, licensing and maintenance of assistive technology
devices. |
| Consult with Infinitec and other agencies regarding software
loans and purchases. |
| Participate in continuing training to keep current with developments in
assistive technology field. |
| During summer months, develop and coordinate training modules for use
during the school year. |
| Monitor and evaluate the functioning of each assistive device during
times when students and staff are not in attendance. |
| Make minor repairs, or arrange for the repair, of devices that are not
functioning properly. |
| Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education. |
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Hello,
This
site is designated for District 211 Special Educators and Teaching
Assistants to use as reference. Included on this site are assistive
technology trouble shooting tips, reasons for adapting novels, lists of
adapted novels, software descriptions, resources, Infinitec AT
Training materials, links and vendor
information. If you have any questions or would like my assistance
please call or email me. Thanks,
Alison West
Assistive Technology Specialist |
