Assistive Technology Specialist (2026/2027 School Year)

Assistive Technology SpecialistIn response to IEP team referrals, the ATS is responsible for assisting in the development of local AT support teams including teacher(s), parents, and support staff. Conducting team-based AT assessments. Completing research and development of AT related instructional programs and device recommendations. Assisting in the preparation of AT related goals and objectives. Conducting on-going training with parents and staff and providing on-going consultation to support successful implementation of AT goals and objectives.Job Title: Assistive Technology SpecialistPrimary Function: In response to IEP team referrals, the ATS is responsible for assisting in the development of local AT support teams including teacher(s), parents, and support staff. Conducting team-based AT assessments. Completing research and development of AT related instructional programs and device recommendations. Assisting in the preparation of AT related goals and objectives. Conducting on-going training with parents and staff and providing on-going consultation to support successful implementation of AT goals and objectives.Directly Responsible To: Director, Special Education or designeeMinimum Qualifications: EITHER a Special Education credential authorizing Physically Impaired, Orthopedically Impaired or Moderate/Severe disabilities OR ELSE any California credential plus one of the below items:License in Physical Therapy issued by a licensing agency within the Department of Consumer Affairs, where the utilization of assistive technology services falls within the scope of practice of physical therapy as defined in Business and Professions Code section 2620 and implementing regulations; orLicense in Occupational Therapy issued by a licensing agency within the Department of Consumer Affairs; orLicense in Speech-Language Pathology issued by a licensing agency within the Department of Consumer Affairs or a valid document, issued by the California CTC, where the function of the assistive technology service is augmentative communication; orBaccalaureate degree in engineering with emphasis in assistive technology; orBaccalaureate degree in a related field of engineering with a graduate certificate in rehabilitation technology or assistive technology; orCertification from the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America and Assistive Technology Provider (RESNA/ATP); orCertificate in assistive technology applications issued by a regionally accredited post-secondary institution;Examples of Duties:Processes incoming AT referrals.Schedules and conducts observations and interviews.Attends local team and IEP meetings.Assists local teams in preparing instructional programs and goals/objectives that incorporate the use of AT equipment. Provides on-going consultation to support progress.Facilitates the acquisition of recommended equipment using established funding sources.Provides technical assistance and training to teachers, parents and support staff in both small and large group formats.Maintains and manages an inventory of items and equipment purchased for a short-term and long-term loan program.Performs other duties within the scope of assignment.Physical Activity Requirements:Work Position (Percentage of Time): Standing (20%) Walking (20%) Sitting (60%)Body Movement (Frequency): None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)Lifting – lbs. (0-40) Lifting (4) Bending (4) Pushing and/or Reaching Kneeling or Pulling Loads (4) Overhead (3) Squatting (3) Climbing Stairs (2) Climbing Ladders (0)Revised 5/19/15It is the policy of the Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) that no person shall be subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race, color, or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sexual orientation, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy status or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 422.55 of the Penal Code, in any program or activity conducted by SCOE. SCOE will not tolerate behavior by students or staff, which insults, degrades, threatens, stereotypes or otherwise discriminates on the basis of marital status, pregnancy, political activities or affiliation and/or medical condition. As required by Title IX, SCOE does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, employment, or other activities. SCOE Compliance Officer: Manolo Garcia Associate Superintendent, Human Resources & Educator Effectiveness Solano County Office of Education 5100 Business Center Dr. Fairfield, CA. 94534 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io