Education Specialist

Specialist

Job ID: 5463

Reports To: Special Education Coordinator for Sensory Supports

Salary: This is a full-time, twelve (12) month position at 232 days with a salary range from $81,352 - $88,729.

Job Summary (Primary Purpose):

• Provide audiological management services to eligible students and families in region 13 LEAs
• Collaborate with LEAs to assist them in meeting the audiological needs for students' access to auditory information in order to improve their academic performance.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Education/Certificates):

• Master's Degree in Hearing Science/Audiology
• Audiology license from the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Education/Certificates):

• Ph.D. in Audiology or Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) preferred
• Three (3) years of experience (post supervised clinical practicum hours) as an audiologist preferred
• Experience in pediatric diagnostics/amplification and school settings preferred
• Group presentation skills preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with pediatric hearing aid fittings, FM/DM systems, bone anchored and cochlear implant devices
• Experience counseling families of children with hearing loss, and consultation with other professionals
• Knowledge of and experience with cultures and languages other than English; Spanish and/or sign language skills helpful
• Excellent planning, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships, strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to handle diverse daily tasks independently with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Major Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Serve as a representative of ESC Region 13, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions with other members of the educational community and with the public
• Provide audiological management services to eligible students and families in region 13 LEAs
• Collaborate with LEAs to assist them in meeting the audiological needs for students' access to auditory information in order to improve their academic performance
• Educate school staff on the need for and the proper use of hearing assistive technology
• Collaborate with and actively participate with ESC teams to improve student performance and to meet the established goals and objectives of the ESC and TEA
• Develop and conduct presentations and training to include alternate delivery models for small and large groups; contract and negotiate with outside consultants regarding needed training, develop needed resource materials related to audiology
• Develop, manage, and evaluate program plans and budgets; conduct project evaluation activities using appropriate data collection and analysis procedures
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Handle numerous daily tasks with a minimum of time and supervision, and work with detailed assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Budget Responsibilities:
Manage funds related to budget planning and monitor expenses and expected revenue

Working Conditions (Physical/Mental Demands & Environmental Factors):

• Fast-paced office environment with competing demands
• Self-directed work
• Frequent travel to clients within region 13
• Frequent interruptions
• Extensive reading and writing
• Prolonged or irregular hours
• Follow policies and procedures
• Maintain emotional control
• Maintain effective working relationships
• Light lifting and carrying (up to 20 pounds)

Equipment Used:

• Proficiency with AudioScan Verifit for HAT and hearing aid verification.
• Proficiency with PC computers to include desktop management, operations, and working on a network environment
• Proficiency with standard functions of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Proficiency with Canvas LMS, multimedia and editing software for the development of online courses and resources
• General office equipment to include copiers, printers, and video-conferencing equipment

Pay: $81, $88,729.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person