Audiologist

TITLE: Audiologist

WHO WE ARE:

Indianapolis Public Schools (l PS) is a student-focused, innovative educational organization committed to academic excellence. Our mission is to empower and educate all students to think critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams with a purpose. We are a family of excellent public schools in which every student has the opportunity to succeed and the power to create their own future. Led by forward-thinking leadership and our commitment to prioritizing students, racial equity, and authentic engagement with our families, team members, and communities, our staff have diverse opportunities to develop their careers in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are an organization for people who are passionate about education and who are committed to the Indianapolis community.

SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:

The Educational Audiologist at IPS works in collaboration with unified Student Supports leadership to provide audiology services to students identified as needing audiological Related Services, attend case conferences as needed, conduct audiological exams, and provide hearing screen support to the Health Services Director.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Provide Audiology Services to Deaf/Hard of hearing (DHH) students

Provide diagnostic hearing evaluations and required hearing checks in the sound booth at the IPS Audiology Center

Facilitate communication with outside audiologists and physicians for students with hearing difficulties

Develop and maintain procedures for the Audiology program

Maintain calibration and functionality of audiology equipment

Maintain inventory of audiology equipment and make recommendations regarding ongoing updates to the inventory

Train DHH teachers on use of audiology equipment and troubleshoot any problems

Provide ongoing support and expertise to Speech-Language Pathologists

Recommend and support professional development for the Speech-Language Pathologist

team

Coordinate with the Health Services Director and Information technology to complete state-mandated hearing screenings and to develop and maintain hearing screening data management protocols

Other duties as assigned by the office of Unified Student Supports

"Day In the Life" Overview

On a regular day, as the Audiologist, you might:

Assess a student's hearing

Repair a student's hearing device

Assist in making a student's personal hearing device compatible with the school's system

Attend case conferences to talk about a student's audiological needs and help plan for their success

Complete hearing screenings on students who have failed the state-mandated hearing screening

WHAT YOU'" BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS

As an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following:

Robust organizational skills

Ability to be self-directed and take initiative

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Able to work with stakeholders and leaders from various departments (e.g., Unified Student Supports, Nursing, Information Technology)

Action-orientated project management skills

Able to successfully navigate within varying degrees of ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of federal and state special education laws, rules, and practices

Working knowledge of state regulations and code regarding hearing screenings

Pro-active nature; able to anticipate conflicts before they arise

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Doctorate of Audiology or a Masters plus 75 hours in Audiology coursework

Licensure by the Indiana Professional Licensing Board

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Non-Eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch down. The employee is occasionally required to sit or balance. The employee will occasionally lift/move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

DISCLAIMER:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.