Illinois School District U-46
Assistive Technology Support Assistant
Illinois School District U-46, Elgin, Illinois, us, 60122
Position Type:Related Services/Assistant
Date Posted:8/19/2024
Location:District Wide
Date Available:08/26/2024
Closing Date:Until FilledPosition / Title:
Assistive Technology Support Assistant
Bargaining Unit:
NON-UNION
Department/Location:
Specialized Student Services
Work Days:
176
Reports To:
Building Principal
JD Revision Date:
10/04/2019
Supervises:
N/A
Function / Position SummarySupport the District Assistive Technology Team members and students who require augmentative communication systems and Assistive technology to access educational programming.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Assist with manual efforts needed to create low tech communication systems (e.g., picture supported communication books, core word boards, eye gaze systems, communication books) made from recommendations of AAC specialists: organize, print out, copy, laminate and distribute for the entire district.Travel throughout the district and private placements picking up and dropping off equipment and materials to be shipped.Manages warranties for all equipment devices and alerts AAC/AT specialists when purchase requisitions and writes requisition form for all warranties and emails them to Special Ed.Obtains quotes so budget can be generated for materials and communication systemsMaintains equipment inventory and check outs. Tipweb, asset management, remote management for apps.Initiates requisition forms and emails to special ed. for new equipment or repairs as requested by AT Team.Keep track of sent purchase orders and received/incoming purchases and repairs.Assist with programming devices when recommendations for vocabulary is given from AAC/AT specialists.Facilitate and troubleshoot repairs of equipment with tech support upon AAC/AT specialist request.Research information online and needed topics.Update running system and apps for all iPads and high tech communication device.Train Teachers, SLP's to model and navigate with AAC devices, based off the AAC Implementation plan. Train staff in student's classroom and model with the student.Maintains backups of all iPads and other high tech devices in case of malfunction of device damage through iShare and iCloud.Organize transition packets for the following school year for students transitioning or students that have been working with contract therapists.Pick up devices needed for summer school or devices that will be stored for the summer.Share transition packets with new therapists via email at the beginning of the school year.Education
High School Diploma.Experience and professional development with high tech devices.Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.Experience / Knowledge
Strong knowledge of technology and assistive devices used with special education students.IPAD/tablet technical support skills and Communication software and app knowledgeStrong organizational skillsContinued Professional Development in New technologyPhysical Demands
Requires prolonged sitting or standing.Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.Terms of Employment
This is an hourly position, 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day. Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.
Date Posted:8/19/2024
Location:District Wide
Date Available:08/26/2024
Closing Date:Until FilledPosition / Title:
Assistive Technology Support Assistant
Bargaining Unit:
NON-UNION
Department/Location:
Specialized Student Services
Work Days:
176
Reports To:
Building Principal
JD Revision Date:
10/04/2019
Supervises:
N/A
Function / Position SummarySupport the District Assistive Technology Team members and students who require augmentative communication systems and Assistive technology to access educational programming.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Assist with manual efforts needed to create low tech communication systems (e.g., picture supported communication books, core word boards, eye gaze systems, communication books) made from recommendations of AAC specialists: organize, print out, copy, laminate and distribute for the entire district.Travel throughout the district and private placements picking up and dropping off equipment and materials to be shipped.Manages warranties for all equipment devices and alerts AAC/AT specialists when purchase requisitions and writes requisition form for all warranties and emails them to Special Ed.Obtains quotes so budget can be generated for materials and communication systemsMaintains equipment inventory and check outs. Tipweb, asset management, remote management for apps.Initiates requisition forms and emails to special ed. for new equipment or repairs as requested by AT Team.Keep track of sent purchase orders and received/incoming purchases and repairs.Assist with programming devices when recommendations for vocabulary is given from AAC/AT specialists.Facilitate and troubleshoot repairs of equipment with tech support upon AAC/AT specialist request.Research information online and needed topics.Update running system and apps for all iPads and high tech communication device.Train Teachers, SLP's to model and navigate with AAC devices, based off the AAC Implementation plan. Train staff in student's classroom and model with the student.Maintains backups of all iPads and other high tech devices in case of malfunction of device damage through iShare and iCloud.Organize transition packets for the following school year for students transitioning or students that have been working with contract therapists.Pick up devices needed for summer school or devices that will be stored for the summer.Share transition packets with new therapists via email at the beginning of the school year.Education
High School Diploma.Experience and professional development with high tech devices.Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.Experience / Knowledge
Strong knowledge of technology and assistive devices used with special education students.IPAD/tablet technical support skills and Communication software and app knowledgeStrong organizational skillsContinued Professional Development in New technologyPhysical Demands
Requires prolonged sitting or standing.Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.Terms of Employment
This is an hourly position, 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day. Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.