Audiology Consultant

**About Edmonton Public Schools**:
We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton. At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that enhance pathways for student success.

Our Division is committed to diversity and inclusivity; we are listening, we are learning, and we are committed.

Edmonton Public Schools aspires to be a learning community where every individual belongs, is included and experiences success. We strive to empower staff to reach their goals in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that values their lived experiences. We are seeking individuals like you, who reflect the students and families we serve.

Together, we are stronger.

**Status**:
FTE: 0.400

**Position Summary**:
The Educational Audiology Consultant will work as a member of the Specialized Learning Supports team to provide trans-disciplinary support to school personnel serving students with diverse learning needs who are in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Educational Audiology Consultants provide consultative services for students with hearing loss and their related amplification technologies, focusing on student success in their educational environment.

**Job Duties/Responsibilities**:

- providing audiology consultative services and supports to schools and families for children in Kindergarten classrooms through to Grade 12 with hearing loss, auditory processing/listening difficulties, or auditory sensitivities
- assessing functional hearing abilities of students, evaluating and recommending material resources and assistive technology to support student learning
- supporting the development of educationally relevant and meaningful IPP goals and, in collaboration with the learning team, determine the service delivery approach to support educational programming
- addressing issues related to classroom audio distribution systems such as purchasing, repair and general function and making recommendations regarding the use of this technology as a Universal Design for Learning
- counseling and educating students about their hearing loss and assisting in the development of self-advocacy skills
- preparing and conducting in-services on topics relating to hearing and listening, hearing loss, amplification, and effects of acoustics on learning

**Education/Qualifications**:

- Master’s degree in Audiology
- registered with Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists
- minimum of three years related experience in pediatric audiology including experience with hearing aids, cochlear implants, personal FM/DM devices and classroom audio distribution
- excellent communication, collaboration and consultative skills

**Rate of Pay**:
$1,386.00 - $1,772.68 bi-weekly

**Closing**:
Note: Access to a vehicle for travel between locations is required

Contact Person: Ross Ehalt, Supervisor, Specialized Learning Supports

Closing date for this competition is February 1, 2024.