Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist
AnthroMed is seeking a passionate Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist who wants to support students with AAC and life skills. The ideal candidate will have a background in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Occupational Therapy (OT), or Physical Therapy (PT). This position requires experience supporting the identification and implementation of AAC technology.
Location: Washington, DC
Type of Position: Full-time
About the role:
- Support all aspects of Assistive Technology implementation for students and staff to ensure students have the tools they need to access the curriculum (i.e. technical support, evaluations, coaching staff, service provision).
- Determine what Assistive Technology is required for each student to successfully access the curriculum and participate in the community.
- Actively participate in the development of IEP goals and attend meetings to provide expertise on Assistive Technology.
- Respond to Assistive Technology Evaluation requests from the educational team in a timely and collaborative manner.
- Help manage materials and create activities for students in the classroom.
- Assist in identifying appropriate multimodal communication supports and ensure adequate follow-up to support usage across contexts.
- Participate in professional development activities and collaborate with all key stakeholders involved in the allocation and implementation of Assistive Technology.
- Complete relevant paperwork within required timelines per federal and state law, district policy, and procedures.
About AnthroMed:
AnthroMed Education is an organization dedicated to partnering with school districts to support students. We advocate for our clinicians, provide unmatched internal support through coaching and professional development, and offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits plan.
When you join AnthroMed Education you will have the option to receive hourly pay or be a salaried employee. You also gain access to 100% free United Health Care Health Insurance , generous PTO , and the opportunity to have all school holidays and breaks paid in FULL ! Consider joining our dynamic team that truly cares about your professional growth and the educational achievement of your students!
Qualifications:
- School-based and/or pediatric experience.
- Extensive experience with assistive technology is required.
- Advanced Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Occupational Therapy (OT), or Physical Therapy (PT) is required.
- Valid DC clinical license from the District of Columbia’s Department of Health.
AnthroMed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AnthroMed LLC will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status.
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