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Assistive Technology Instructor

Position Number: 6965331
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design

Assistive Technology Instructor

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDBs efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION TITLE: Assistive Technology Instructor

E.H. Gentry, Deaf Services 230 Days

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND
The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, Deafblind, and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located in Birmingham, Decatur, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Opelika, Shoals, Talladega, and Tuscaloosa, with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Blind and Deaf.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day.

As the Technology Instructor you will work with students and consumers who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind. You will be responsible for implementing each student's goal and documenting their progress in Salesforce/DISCO. You will work with other instructors to ensure each student receives appropriate instruction in the area of technology. You will partake in the evaluation team, feedback and program review meetings with prepared documents on your student's progress.

ABOUT YOU
You will play a vital role in the lives of our students and be a part of the miracles that happen every day at AIDB and E. H. Gentry. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, a positive attitude, agility, and professional maturity.

AIDB IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Programming, Information Technology, Business, Deaf Education or related fields

Professional experience in assistive technology, computer science, computer technology, education/teaching, rehabilitation instruction, information technology training, or related fields

Minimum of three (3) years experience in assistive technology including computer service and maintenance

Must possess advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc)

Must have experience in the use of assistive technology (AT) for individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, Blind, Low Vision and/or DeafBlind

Must possess a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) of INTERMEDIATE according to the AIDB SLPI evaluation upon hire and provide documentation of the same (SLPI available through AIDB)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Technology, Deaf education, or related fields

Minimum of two (2) years working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers in the field of technology

Knowledge of assistive technology including a background in the use of CCTV's, screen magnifiers, screen readers (JAWS, etc.) and Braille devices

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Must obtain a SLPI score of Advanced within thirty-six (36) months of hire date

Must demonstrate software knowledge by obtaining MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) certification within twelve (12) months of hire date

Must be familiar with using and maintaining Microsoft operating systems and Microsoft Office software

Provide instruction to students in the area of Alabama Career Essentials (ACE)

Provide instruction to students on utilizing Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)

Must be familiar with or become familiarized with assistive technology designated to accommodate consumers and students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind

Provide information and resources to consumers about assistive technology

Assist with special projects related to AT services as requested

Prepare and enter monthly progress reports and maintain documentation of services and attendance in Salesforce/DISCO

Evaluate students and share results during Feedback meetings

Develop Individual Program Plans (IPP)

Participate in the weekly Program Review meetings

Responsible for maintaining inventory of technology equipment and devices in the classroom

Must participate in professional development opportunities related to an understanding of vision, hearing, and dual sensory loss along with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Must be willing to attend ongoing professional development, attend workshops, conferences, and other staff development opportunities

Complete AIDB training on Deafness, Low Vision, DeafBlindness, and Multiple Disabilities within twelve (12) months of hire date

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid for by AIDB.

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BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available

Alabama State TRS Retirement

Deferred Compensation Options Available

Paid Time Off

Onsite Daycare

SALARY: D4-47 $44,310-$59,113

(230 Days)

This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: March 13,2026

Apply online at www.aidb.org

AIDB IS AN EQUA
To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/fs/elements/5138?is_popup=true&post_id=1220&show_post=true&is_draft=false&_=1754494241565