Arlington ISD
Support/Hourly - Position - Temporary
Job Number 0000754246
Start Date
Open Date 02/08/2024
Closing Date
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
The primary responsibility of the audiologist is to provide audiological services to students referred to or enrolled in the Arlington Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification
Doctoral degree in Audiology from an accredited college/university required (if program is not accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA), ASHA Clinical Certification Board shall evaluate the course work and clinical experience for acceptability) Minimum of an Audiology Master's degree is acceptable if earned before 2007 Texas State License in Audiology
All applicants must submit proof of successful completion of jurisprudence examination at the time of application; examination must be completed no more than six (6) months prior to the date of licensure application
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology or Fellow of American Academy of Audiology, preferred
Board may waive clinical and examination requirements and grant licensure to a practitioner certified by the American Board of Audiology
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Sign Language Skills, preferred MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: I. AUDIOLOGICAL SERVICES
Conduct audiological evaluations including pure tone air and bone conduction measures; speech reception and word recognition testing; immitance measures; otoscopy; electrophysiological tests and differential determination of auditory disorders using procedures that are free of cultural bias and are appropriate to the student's receptive and expressive native language skills, cognitive abilities and behavioral functioning. Provide written and/or verbal interpretation of audiological assessment results, functional implications, and management recommendations to parents, guardians, and/or AISD personnel. Complete required AI/DHH eligibility reports. II. AMPLIFICATION/ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY Evaluate the need for, selection of, and functioning of hearing aids, individual and/or amplification systems, cochlear plants, vibrotactile devices and other hearing assistive technology including making earmold impressions and modifications. Perform minor equipment repairs. Complete assistive technology evaluations as requested by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee. III. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate as a member of the ARD committee as needed or requested. Prepare and submit requests for purchasing audiological equipment and supplies. Coordinate calibration of audiological equipment. Participate in a flexible summer work schedule not to exceed total contract days to provide audiological services to students during the months of June and July. IV. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Provide training to staff on equipment, troubleshooting, and the implications hearing loss may have on educational performance, as needed. V. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
Participates as an effective team member and contributes to district and departmental goals. Supports and promotes a positive organizational culture. VI. ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Summarize audiological services in an end-of-year report. Collaborate with other agencies. VII. STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Refer students for further assessment and/or treatment using AISD, state, and community resources following district procedures. Train, supervise, and/or collaborate with district personnel, students, and parents to facilitate hearing identification/protection programs, to monitor hearing devices, and accommodate for hearing loss. VIII. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
As determined by supervisor IX. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None X. MISCELLANEOUS
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or the Director of Special Education. XI. MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide, statewide, and out-of-state travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress
Pay Grade Varies
Job Number 0000754246
Start Date
Open Date 02/08/2024
Closing Date
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
The primary responsibility of the audiologist is to provide audiological services to students referred to or enrolled in the Arlington Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification
Doctoral degree in Audiology from an accredited college/university required (if program is not accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA), ASHA Clinical Certification Board shall evaluate the course work and clinical experience for acceptability) Minimum of an Audiology Master's degree is acceptable if earned before 2007 Texas State License in Audiology
All applicants must submit proof of successful completion of jurisprudence examination at the time of application; examination must be completed no more than six (6) months prior to the date of licensure application
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology or Fellow of American Academy of Audiology, preferred
Board may waive clinical and examination requirements and grant licensure to a practitioner certified by the American Board of Audiology
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Sign Language Skills, preferred MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: I. AUDIOLOGICAL SERVICES
Conduct audiological evaluations including pure tone air and bone conduction measures; speech reception and word recognition testing; immitance measures; otoscopy; electrophysiological tests and differential determination of auditory disorders using procedures that are free of cultural bias and are appropriate to the student's receptive and expressive native language skills, cognitive abilities and behavioral functioning. Provide written and/or verbal interpretation of audiological assessment results, functional implications, and management recommendations to parents, guardians, and/or AISD personnel. Complete required AI/DHH eligibility reports. II. AMPLIFICATION/ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY Evaluate the need for, selection of, and functioning of hearing aids, individual and/or amplification systems, cochlear plants, vibrotactile devices and other hearing assistive technology including making earmold impressions and modifications. Perform minor equipment repairs. Complete assistive technology evaluations as requested by the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee. III. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate as a member of the ARD committee as needed or requested. Prepare and submit requests for purchasing audiological equipment and supplies. Coordinate calibration of audiological equipment. Participate in a flexible summer work schedule not to exceed total contract days to provide audiological services to students during the months of June and July. IV. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Provide training to staff on equipment, troubleshooting, and the implications hearing loss may have on educational performance, as needed. V. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
Participates as an effective team member and contributes to district and departmental goals. Supports and promotes a positive organizational culture. VI. ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Summarize audiological services in an end-of-year report. Collaborate with other agencies. VII. STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Refer students for further assessment and/or treatment using AISD, state, and community resources following district procedures. Train, supervise, and/or collaborate with district personnel, students, and parents to facilitate hearing identification/protection programs, to monitor hearing devices, and accommodate for hearing loss. VIII. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
As determined by supervisor IX. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None X. MISCELLANEOUS
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or the Director of Special Education. XI. MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide, statewide, and out-of-state travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress
Pay Grade Varies