Position Title: Assistive Technology Specialist
Reports To: Director of Instructional Support Services
Work Year: 10-Month Position (plus additional summer days)
Position Overview:
The Assistive Technology Specialist works collaboratively with component school districts to increase access, communication, participation, and independence for students with disabilities. Grounded in an understanding of students, instruction, and learning environments, the AT Specialist identifies barriers to learning and helps educators implement assistive technology solutions that support meaningful student learning.
This position combines specialized knowledge of assistive technology and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) with student evaluation, instructional consultation, and hands-on coaching. A key focus is building educators' capacity to effectively integrate assistive technology into everyday instruction and classroom routines.
Qualifications & Certifications:
Candidates must hold and maintain at least one of the following valid New York State certifications or professional licenses:
- Special Education Teacher.
- Speech-Language Pathologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching or supporting students with complex disabilities and diverse learning and communication needs.
- Strong understanding of instruction, literacy development, and access to curriculum.
- Knowledge of assistive technology, AAC systems, and individualized assessment.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting educators in implementing effective practices.
Key Responsibilities
Student-Centered Evaluation and Assessment:
- Conduct assistive technology evaluations that consider student strengths, instructional needs, and barriers to learning.
- Use feature matching to recommend appropriate low-tech through high-tech solutions, including alternative access methods.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical recommendations that support student learning and independence.
AAC and Communication Support:
- Evaluate, recommend, and support AAC systems, communication devices, and related tools.
- Coordinate device trials and assist with acquisition processes, including Medicaid-funded devices when appropriate.
- Support educators and families in embedding meaningful communication opportunities throughout daily routines.
Access to Instruction and Learning:
- Collaborate with educators to identify and remove barriers to accessing curriculum and participating in instruction.
- Recommend and support tools for literacy, writing, mathematics, communication, and accessible instructional materials.
- Help educators integrate assistive technology into meaningful learning experiences that promote student independence.
District Collaboration and Consultation:
- Partner with teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to identify student needs and develop effective solutions.
- Support CSE teams with assistive technology recommendations, accommodations, and IEP goals.
- Manage the regional AT Lending Library and coordinate equipment loans and trials.
- Provide ongoing consultation to support successful implementation.
Professional Learning and Coaching:
- Provide hands-on coaching, modeling, and training to help educators effectively integrate assistive technology into instruction.
- Facilitate professional learning on AAC, accessibility, and inclusive instructional practices.
- Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting for assistive technology devices and applications.
- Collaborate with teams to monitor effectiveness and adjust supports based on student needs.
This is a full-time, 10-month position that follows the school calendar.
In this position, you'll be a part of a great team that believes in our BOCES purpose of UNLEASHING POTENTIAL IN OUR COMMUNITY. We are COLLABORATIVE LEARNERS, ADVENTUROUS IN OUR WORK, SOLUTION-DRIVEN, and JOYFUL IN OUR WORK!
Benefits of Working with Us:
- Competitive salary- commensurate with teaching and experience.
- Full benefits, including health insurance.
- Paid sick, personal, and family illness leave.
- Possibility of Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
- 403(b).
- Flex Spending.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- NYS Teachers’ Retirement System pension.
Does this sound like something you would like to be a part of? Please submit your application and résumé today!
Questions about the position may be directed to Pam Horton, Director of Instructional Support Services, at
phorton@cayboces.org