MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Educational Audiologist (.5)

CLASSIFICATION: Salary

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education & D/HH Program Coordinator

SUPERVISES: Audiology Technician

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
All candidates must apply online at www.muskegonisd.org/jobs/.

TERMS:
This part time position is 200 days at 4 hours per day. Personal business days, holidays, and sick time paid. Retirement through the Office of Retirement Services (Pension Plus or Defined Contribution).

SALARY RANGE:
This position is on the nonunion, school year professional scale, $27,999.52-$42,604.40 on the BA scale. Lanes available for BA+20, MA, MA+30, and MA+60.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION:

The Educational Audiologist provides comprehensive hearing services to students from birth through age 26. As a key member of the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET), this position will perform diagnostic testing, technology management, educational support and consult with educators and families to ensure an accessible learning environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work attendance is essential;
Perform audiological assessments and educationally relevant Deaf and Hard of Hearing evaluations to assess auditory and communication skills of students
Collaborate with clinical audiologists and ENT to obtain relevant medical reports necessary for D/HH eligibility, HAT medical clearance and assist with parental follow-up with clinical recommendations
Interprets evaluation results for teachers, parents and other staff
Consults with support staff and parents regarding educational implications of a D/HH eligibility
Conducts auditory training for staff who work directly with students who have a D/HH eligibility
Selects, sets and maintains appropriate HAT equipment
Completes HAT validation and verification procedures on HAT devices
Inspects and performs preventative maintenance for a variety of HAT equipment
Makes earmold impressions for HAT equipment
Assist staff and students in appropriate use of HAT
Provides educational consultation and participates in educational staffings
Collaborates with Teacher Consultants for the D/HH in the LEA and center-based programs
Collaborates with MAISD Program for Students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Direct supervision of the Audio Tech
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Education & D/HH Program Coordinator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate degree in Audiology (Master’s or Doctorate/Au.D) from an accredited college or university
Valid Michigan Audiologist License issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)
No physical or mental restrictions that would, with reasonable accommodation, prevent performance of the essential job functions and responsibilities.
Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the general public while maintaining student confidentiality
Adequate knowledge of spreadsheet, google calendar, and email in order to perform the duties required of the position

NOTABLE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Standing/Walking up to 6 hours per day

2. Sitting up to 1 hour per day

3. Lifting up to 35 pounds 2 to 3 times per hour for 7 hours

4. Fine motor skills required to do things such as write, pick up small objects, assist student with buckles and

snaps

5. Gross motor skills required to do things such as shift weight from foot to foot while balancing a load with

hands and arms, lift large objects, and lift limbs of student

6. May be required to pass a MAISD-paid physical examination and/or back x-ray before an unconditional offer of employment can be made.

TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Most work is accomplished in an office setting and occasionally in a classroom environment, at community job sites or in a community based instructional site.

EVALUATION:

Understanding the Organization:

● Focuses on, commits to, and articulates the purpose and mission of the organization

● Establishes and maintains effective internal and external customer relationships

● Applies knowledge of internal structures, processes and culture

● Serves as a strategic partner to build, grow and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders

Making Complex Decisions:

● Considers all relevant factors and uses appropriate decision-making criteria

● Consistently uses data in making recommendations or decisions

● Asks the right questions to accurately analyze situations

● Is respected by others for displaying student-focused decisions

● Takes a proactive approach as an effective liaison between multiple and diverse stakeholders

Taking Initiative:

● Gets the most out of available resources

● Introduces new ways of looking at problems and focuses on ways of continuous improvement for the organization

● Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions and failures

● Identifies and seizes new opportunities with a student focus

● Adapts quickly to changing resource requirements

Building Collaborative Relationships:

● Actively listens and partners with others to get work done

● Balances own interests with others and contributes to a work climate that values different perspectives and cultures

● Acts with diplomacy and tact

● Finds common ground and drives to consensus

● Takes a proactive approach to relate, build and maintain rapport with stakeholders

● Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and responds in an effective manner

Being Authentic:

● Readily tackles tough assignments and follows through on commitments

● Maintains high standards of honesty and integrity in a credible and transparent manner

● Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve

● Provides direct and actionable feedback

● Shows consistency between words and actions

● Keeps confidences

Being Flexible and Adaptable:

● Adapts to changing conditions

● Displays a positive attitude despite adversity

● Readily learns and adopts new technologies

● Remains calm and productive in uncertain situations

● Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks

CREDENTIALS, SPECIAL SKILLS OR KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER EXPECTATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

Interpersonal Skills – Strong interpersonal skills are vital to ensure effective relationships with the teacher, other team members and parents and students.

WORK LOCATION(S):

Work may be performed in multiple locations, however, the main office location will be within the MAISD North Building.

TRAVEL/OVERTIME EXPECTATIONS:

Travel may be periodically necessary to and from instructional sites or to meetings or conferences in the area.

It is the policy of the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District that no staff member, candidate for employment, program participant, or recipient of services shall experience discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity) disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively "Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries related to issues of discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to the Director for Special Education at (231) 767-7249. All other discrimination inquiries or requests for special accommodations to participate in a program, event, or activity should be directed to the Associate Superintendent for Human Services at (231) 767-7213.