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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated School Audiologist to join our educational team and support students with hearing needs. As a School Audiologist, you will play a critical role in identifying, assessing, and managing hearing disorders among students, ensuring they have equal access to educational opportunities. Your expertise will help create an inclusive learning environment by collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and accommodations.
Key responsibilities include conducting hearing screenings, comprehensive audiological evaluations, and providing recommendations for classroom modifications or assistive listening devices. You will also be responsible for educating staff and families about hearing loss, communication strategies, and the use of hearing technology. In addition, you will monitor students’ progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student needs and progress.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in audiology, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working with children and adolescents. You should be comfortable working in a school setting, collaborating with various stakeholders, and advocating for students’ hearing health. Familiarity with federal and state regulations regarding special education and disability services is essential.
This role requires a master’s or doctoral degree in audiology, state licensure, and certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent. Experience in pediatric audiology or educational settings is highly desirable. If you are committed to making a positive impact on students’ lives and supporting their academic success, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct hearing screenings and comprehensive audiological assessments for students.
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with hearing loss.
- Recommend and fit assistive listening devices and classroom accommodations.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support student needs.
- Provide counseling and education to students, families, and staff about hearing health.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of assessments and interventions.
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
- Stay updated on best practices and advancements in audiology and educational support.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations regarding special education.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s or doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited program.
- State licensure to practice audiology.
- Certification from ASHA (CCC-A) or equivalent.
- Experience working with children or in educational settings preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in conducting audiological assessments and fitting hearing devices.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to supporting students’ academic and social success.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with children in educational settings?
- How do you approach developing individualized education plans for students with hearing loss?
- Describe your experience with assistive listening devices and classroom accommodations.
- How do you collaborate with teachers and parents to support students?
- What strategies do you use to educate staff and families about hearing health?
- How do you stay current with advancements in audiology and educational support?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging case and how you managed it?
- What is your approach to maintaining accurate records and documentation?
- How do you ensure compliance with special education regulations?
- Why are you interested in working as a School Audiologist?
