Job Location: Staff Development Building - Hamden, CT 06517,
Position Type: Full Time,
Salary Range: $63,267.00 - $108,199.00 Salary/year, ACES is seeking to fill a vacancy in its Assistive Technology Services Department. Candidates must be a certified Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, or Special Education Teachers.
Candidate will serve as an AT specialist and work with students with a wide range of disabilities to provide a variety of AT services for students and their support teams to reduce barriers to access for academics, communication, physical access, executive functioning, and other domains. AT services may include evaluations and consultations, professional development for educators, and training for parents. A strong understanding of AT, curriculum access and pedagogy, and assessments are required. A background in determining appropriate AT tools and supports, including AAC, and supporting the use of such devices is beneficial but not required. The successful candidate must have demonstrated experience in the areas of Assistive Technology with a disabled population. Responsibilities will include assessments, trainings, consulting, and implementation of recommendations.
Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary related services team working at ACES within its member districts. ACES is committed to mentoring and professional development for staff and encourages staff in gaining new knowledge and skills to best serve students. Individuals experienced working with low-incident populations are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, strong collaboration skills, and experience in administering a variety of diagnostic assessments, writing reports, and presenting at PPTs. Successful candidates will provide indirect services, both in small groups and/or within the general education setting, according to the needs of the child.
Extensive travel throughout Connecticut is a requirement for this position. Mileage reimbursement for travel.
ACES (Area Cooperative Educational Services) is dedicated to enhancing and transforming lives through education, innovation, and collaboration. Serving the Greater New Haven area and beyond, ACES provides a wide range of educational services and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our communities.
As a regional educational service center, ACES operates as both a non-profit and a service organization. We function as a school district serving more than 2,000 students across three magnet schools, seven special education schools, and five alternative education programs. Additionally, we support many more students and educational professionals throughout the region through our comprehensive Services Division.
We offer specialized education programs for students from preschool through adulthood, ensuring that every individual has access to the resources and support they need to succeed. Our Life Skills program, beginning at age 23, is designed to equip adults with the practical skills necessary for independent living and community integration.
In addition to our educational services, ACES also provides professional development, technology solutions, operational support to school districts, and more, enhancing the overall quality of education in the region. The Open Choice and Magnet School programs provide parents and students with diverse educational options, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth. Our commitment to innovation and excellence makes ACES a vital resource for students, educators, and communities alike.
Together, we are ACES—dedicated to excellence in education and committed to empowering every individual to reach their full potential.
To learn more into about ACES and its impactful initiatives, we invite you to explore www.aces.org.
