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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Educational Audiologist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, diagnosing, and managing hearing and balance problems in students. This includes conducting comprehensive audiological evaluations, interpreting test results, and recommending appropriate management strategies. The Educational Audiologist will also work closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure that students with hearing loss receive the necessary support and accommodations in the classroom. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of audiology principles, and a passion for helping students succeed.
Responsibilities
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- Interpreting test results and diagnosing hearing and balance disorders
- Recommending appropriate management strategies for students with hearing loss
- Working closely with teachers and parents to ensure that students receive necessary support
- Providing training and education to school staff about hearing loss and its impact on learning
- Monitoring students' progress and adjusting management strategies as needed
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of students' audiological evaluations and management plans
- Collaborating with other professionals, such as speech-language pathologists and psychologists
- Staying current with the latest research and developments in audiology
- Adhering to all professional and ethical standards in audiology
Requirements
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- State licensure in Audiology
- Experience working with children and adolescents
- Strong understanding of audiology principles and practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of assistive listening devices and other technologies for students with hearing loss
- Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with children and adolescents with hearing loss?
- How do you approach diagnosing and managing hearing and balance disorders in students?
- Can you describe a time when you had to collaborate with other professionals to support a student with hearing loss?
- What strategies do you use to educate school staff about hearing loss and its impact on learning?
- How do you stay current with the latest research and developments in audiology?