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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Educational Audiologist to join our team and provide specialized hearing services within educational environments. The Educational Audiologist will play a critical role in supporting students with hearing loss or auditory processing difficulties, ensuring they have equal access to educational opportunities. This professional will collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to assess, diagnose, and manage hearing-related issues, and to implement appropriate accommodations and interventions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a deep understanding of audiology, and a passion for working with children and adolescents. Key responsibilities include conducting hearing screenings and assessments, fitting and maintaining hearing aids and assistive listening devices, and providing training and support to school personnel. The Educational Audiologist will also develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with hearing impairments, monitor student progress, and advocate for necessary resources and accommodations. Additionally, this role involves educating students and staff about hearing health, collaborating with external healthcare providers, and staying current with advancements in audiology and educational best practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate empathy, patience, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. A master’s or doctoral degree in audiology, state licensure, and certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent are typically required. Experience in educational settings and knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, such as IDEA and ADA, are highly desirable. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on students’ educational experiences and help them achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct hearing screenings and comprehensive audiological assessments for students.
- Fit, program, and maintain hearing aids and assistive listening devices.
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with hearing loss.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to support students’ needs.
- Provide training and resources to educators on hearing loss and classroom accommodations.
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Advocate for students’ access to appropriate resources and services.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of services provided.
- Educate students and staff about hearing health and prevention.
- Stay current with advancements in audiology and educational practices.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s or doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited program.
- State licensure and certification (e.g., ASHA CCC-A or equivalent).
- Experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
- Strong knowledge of hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices.
- Familiarity with IDEA, ADA, and other relevant laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and implement IEPs and other educational plans.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
- Empathy, patience, and a commitment to inclusive education.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with students with hearing loss?
- How do you approach developing individualized education plans (IEPs)?
- Describe your experience with fitting and maintaining hearing aids.
- How do you collaborate with teachers and school staff?
- What strategies do you use to educate students and staff about hearing health?
- How do you stay current with advancements in audiology?
- Can you provide an example of advocating for a student’s needs?
- What challenges have you faced in educational audiology and how did you overcome them?
- How do you handle confidential information and maintain accurate records?
- What motivates you to work as an Educational Audiologist?
