Assistive Technology Support Teacher Position Available In Cobb, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Assistive Technology Support Teacher role involves providing direct service, training, and instructional support to stakeholders in the areas of academics, communication, and physical access. The job requires a Bachelor's Degree, a valid Georgia Special Education teaching certificate, or licensure in occupational therapy or speech language pathology, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience using specialized software and assistive technology for students with disabilities. Key responsibilities include collaborating on professional development, supporting feature matching and selection of appropriate assistive technology, and managing equipment inventory and student records. The position also involves merging technology trends with assistive technology, training on universal design for learning features, and participating in professional development activities to enhance skills. The role demands strong knowledge of Georgia Performance Standards, assessments, and assistive technology for various disabilities, as well as technical expertise to troubleshoot technology issues. The working conditions are within a normal office and classroom environment.
Job Description
Assistive Technology Support Teacher
Category:
Certified Support
Job Function:
Certified Support Staff
Department:
Exceptional Children – SLP/OT/PT
Summary
Provides direct service, instructional support, and training to stakeholders regarding assistive technology and instructional supports in the areas of academics, communication and physical access
Essential Duties
Collaborates to develop and deliver professional development regarding software and/or equipment for students with disabilities in the areas of learning, communication, physical access
Provides support for feature matching and selection of appropriate assistive technology to increase student independence
Serves as an assistive technology resource to students and teams with IEP or 504 plans
Supports and promotes the personalized learning initiative through identification and training of universal design for learning (UDL) features available on school supported devices
Merges current technology trends with assistive technology in the educational setting
Manages, organizes, and maintains equipment inventory and confidential student records
Manages, maintains and deploys devices apps and /or equipment
Participates in professional development to maintain and enhance skills
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Certification/Licensure
Must hold a valid Georgia Special Education teaching certificate or licensure in occupational therapy or speech language pathology
Experience Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience using specialized software and/or assistive technology for students with disabilities is required; Experience instructing adults preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledgeable regarding the Georgia Performance Standards, norm and criterion referenced assessments including the Georgia Alternative Assessment and developmental skill sequences
Experience and knowledge of assistive technology for students with learning, communication, visual impairments/blindness, and physical disabilities preferred
Must possess a strong working knowledge of technology, computers, tablets, networks, and app deployment
Must possess technical expertise sufficient to troubleshoot technology and work with IT /vendors to solve issues
Ability to work independently
Experience with data collection and interpretation is preferred
Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Excellent organizational skills
Working Conditions
Normal office and classroom environment
Physical Demands
Routine physical activity associated with normal office and classroom environment
Posting ID:
31863
