Assistive Technology Specialist

About the Role

The Assistive Technology Specialist works directly with students in Glenview 34 district programs to develop, implement, and monitor Assistive Technology Services. This role provides evaluation, modeling, and training to staff and parents on the full continuum of communication and technology supports. The specialist functions as a diagnostic team member and offers ongoing technical assistance to students, staff, and parents.

Qualifications

• Illinois Special Education Certificate endorsed for LBS1, Speech and Language Pathology, or other School Personnel Endorsement (former Type 73) preferred.
• Experience with special education students preferred.
• Proficient use of technology systems, computers, and electronic communication devices, with the ability to develop, implement, and monitor speech, language, and communication programming and supports for individuals and groups.
• Skill in assessing student performance in visual, auditory, communicative, academic, and behavioral areas.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs for assistive technology services.
• Facilitate peer integration programming to support student communication in social settings across environments.
• Foster augmentative, language-rich environments using low to high technology systems to promote communication across settings.
• Interpret, integrate, and synthesize evaluative information to make recommendations for Assistive Technology interventions and services.
• Maintain accurate records, including student performance data, clerical responsibilities, and Medicaid billing.
• Participate in building or program activities and meetings for collaboration and adherence to district policies.
• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team to develop, evaluate, and make recommendations based on individual student needs.
• Participate in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students qualifying for assistive technology supports.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data for accurate records and team communication.
• Provide diagnostic services for students referred through a systematic process to assess assistive technology needs.
• Offer in-service training and consultation to staff and parents on augmentative communication and literacy development.
• Select, adapt, and conduct evaluations to assess communication across all domains and recommend augmentative solutions.
• Utilize and recommend technology and assistive technologies to identify appropriate tools for student needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Student Services.

Schedule

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month teaching position starting August 2026 through early June 2027. Certified staff work 185 days per school year. FLSA Status: Exempt.

Benefits

• Board-paid HMO single medical insurance
• Board-paid single dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Sick and personal days
• Flexible spending options
• 403(b) / 457(b) retirement options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mentor program

Pay

Refer to the Glenview District 34 Salary Schedules and the GEA Collective Bargaining Agreement for details.