REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ? Process student referrals and complete the assessment process to identify students with speech and language needs that require Augmentative or Alternative communication systems. ? Make recommendations and implement specialized communication systems for students with severe orthopedic and/or communication needs ? Prepare, monitor and document progress on the goals and objectives for students receiving AT services ? Provide instruction and services to students in an individualized and/or group setting ? Maintain a collaborative working relationship and consult with school staff, families, administration and outside agencies ? Evaluate and recommend appropriate assistive technology, AT systems and/or computers, hardware, peripherals and/or specialized software ? Research and organize information necessary for the purchase of recommended AT technology ? Write and monitor MediCal grants for software and hardware for the AT resource center ? Monitor and track AT equipment on loan to staff, students, and schools ? Prepare present levels of performance, annual goals and short term objectives for review at IEP team meetings, and attend IEP meetings as necessary ? Train and monitor staff and students in the skills necessary to utilize recommended assistive technology ? Perform related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: ? Speech and language development and communicative disorders in order to identify student eligibility and required services ? Current medical terminology, equipment and techniques ? Knowledge of child development, including speech and language ? Speech and language principles, practices, methods and strategies ? Knowledge of reliable sources and suppliers of AT equipment and software ? Oral and written communication skills ? IEP procedures and requirements ? Current office practices, procedures, and equipment Ability to: ? Perform technical duties related to assigned position ? Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action during routine and emergency situations ? Train and provide appropriate information to parents, students and staff ? Maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports ? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing ? Read interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures ? Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups ? Meet schedules and time lines QUALIFICATIONS ? Must hold valid Services Credential appropriate to the position ? Possession of valid and appropriate California Driver’s License. ? Demonstrated experience providing AT services to students with disabilities in a school setting is desirable ? Advanced training in the area of Educational Assistive Technology ? Professional growth and leadership experience ? High degree of professionalism and flexibility