Position Type:
Teaching/Teaching
Date Posted:
3/14/2025
Location:
Rochester City School District
Date Available:
2025
Closing Date:
03/21/2025
Position InformationBargaining Unit RTA Job Location TBD Job Title Educational Audiologist Hours 35 Bracket N/A Salary/Range $50,500 - $71,997 (Starting pay range), (depending on experience)
Job Summary:
An Educational Audiologist collaborates with educators, students, families, and other professionals to assess and manage hearing-related issues in school-aged children. They provide direct services, recommend accommodations, and support the implementation of hearing assistive technology (HAT) to promote optimal learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hearing Assessments: Conduct comprehensive audiological evaluations to identify hearing loss, auditory processing disorders, and other hearing-related issues.
- Amplification & Technology Support:
- Fit and manage hearing aids, cochlear implants, and FM/DM systems in educational settings.
- Provide training and support for students and staff on hearing assistive technology (HAT).
- Collaboration & Advocacy:
- Work closely with teachers, special educators, speech-language pathologists, and parents to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans.
- Advocate for necessary accommodations and modifications in the classroom.
- Classroom Acoustics & Accessibility:
- Assess classroom environments to recommend improvements in acoustics and noise reduction.
- Ensure compliance with accessibility laws and educational policies.
- Student Support & Counseling:
- Educate students on self-advocacy skills and effective communication strategies.
- Provide counseling regarding the psychosocial impact of hearing loss.
- Professional Development & Training:
- Offer training sessions for school staff on hearing loss, assistive technology, and inclusive teaching strategies.
- Educate peers and parents on best practices for supporting students with hearing challenges.
- Compliance & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of assessments, interventions, and student progress.
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations regarding hearing-impaired students' rights and accommodations.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of hearing disorders, assistive technology, and classroom acoustics.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to assess and modify classroom environments for optimal auditory access.
- Experience with IEPs, 504 plans, and special education processes.
- Training and counseling abilities for students, educators, and families.
Work Environment:
- Schools (public or private), special education programs, and early intervention services.
- May require travel between multiple school sites.
Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.) or Master’s degree in Audiology (where applicable).
- State licensure or certification as an audiologist.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or American Board of Audiology (ABA) preferred.
- Experience in pediatric or educational audiology is highly desirable.
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