Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

LEAD AUDIOLOGIST

WORKING TITLE

Lead Audiologist

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Special Education Services (SES)

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Speech-Language Pathologist/Audiologist Certified Salary Scale

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Oversees all aspects of the Audiology Department including fiscal management, service delivery, program management and development, and personnel. Represents Audiology in Special Education Services departmental meetings and district meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of Audiology;
• Comprehensive knowledge of school-based Audiology practices;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) policy and procedure and section 504 policy and procedure;
• Comprehensive knowledge of Common Core State Standards, Extended Common Core State Standards, and the Wake County Public School (WCPSS) curriculum implementation regarding policies governing services for

student’s communication disabilities;

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps;
• Ability to adapt or design equipment for individual needs;
• Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment activities;
• Ability to plan, implement, administer and coordinate an Audiology program;
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze student, clinician, and teacher performance data in order to generate effective courses of action;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to guide the learning process toward achievement of established Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals;
• Ability to lead and motivate staff;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and build consensus with school administrators, teachers, support staff, central services, Audiologist, and parents.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Doctorate degree obtained in an approved program in Audiology;
• Passage of the NTE/Praxis in Audiology;
• Five years of experience as an educational or Pediatric Audiologist;
• Leadership experience in assessing student needs;
• Experience planning, developing, evaluating, and implementing programs;
• Experience designing and conducting professional staff development programs.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• A license from the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology;
• Department of Public Instruction Audiology Certificate;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with a good driving record according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in Pediatric Audiology including evaluation and amplification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Management

Fiscal Management

Data Collection and Review

Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office and school environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, as well as Audiology diagnostic equipment. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, families, service providers and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:10/2023

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.