Assistive Technology Specialist

PRIMARY FUNCTION:   To determine assistive technology needs for individual students and disseminate information to special education staff and parents.  

1. Educational Level:   Bachelor Degree

2. Certification/License Required:   Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate or State License

3. Experience:   None

4. Physical Activities:  Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  Written and oral communication, Planning, and Organization

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

2. Schedules/completes consultations regarding students assistive technology needs

3. Obtains, programs, delivers, troubleshoots problems, or arranges repair of equipment used by students

4. Maintains current base of knowledge/information regarding assistive technology and disseminates information to school staff and parents.

5.  Conducts follow-up visits as requested by staff or parents to update students’ assistive technology needs.

6.  Coordinates services with community service providers including GPAT, GLRS, private agencies, etc.

7.  Provides training and support for school staff and parents who receive assistive technology equipment for

 use at home

8.  Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.