Field Training Program Manager II (School/Assistive Technology) - Kentucky Autism Training Center (KATC) - R104039
Department:
Location: Belknap Campus
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID: R104039
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree or advanced degree in Education or related field and five years of related experience in an educational environment. The university offers market competitive salary and benefits. Grade 7 (Salaried)
Position Description:
The Kentucky Autism Training Center (KATC) is committed to improving the quality of life for autistics in the state of Kentucky - through all stages and setting of life. The Field Training Program Manager II (previously known as Field Training Coordinator- FTC) is vital to this vision. The FTM will seek out, develop, and maintain relationships throughout the commonwealth including the state's systems of support, so that they can provide up-to- date information, insight and support to autistics, caregivers, and community members.
Job Summary
In alignment with the KATC's mission to build knowledge and confidence, the FTM will: develop, coordinate, and direct model practices with programs for promoting services for autistics. Partnering with Special Education Regional Technical Assistance Center and/or Early Childhood Regional Training Center personnel to facilitate professional development of educators and other service providers to promote high quality services for autistic individuals. In addition, the FTM will promote the use of evidenced-based practices, and assistive technology, by training practitioners, of various disciplines, to build the capacity statewide of high-quality services for individuals across their lifespan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Consult and train the use of assistive technology to maintain or enhance the communication and/or independence of autistics.
- Serve as a resource for KATC FTM regarding assistive technology.
- Provide professional development to training sites that have been selected to participate in the KATC statewide training site initiative.
- Provide professional development in conjunction with the Special Education Regional Technical Assistance Centers and Early Childhood Regional Training Centers as assigned.
- Compete the required assessments/data compilation in KATC and/or UofL data software systems that reports the work being performed.
- Provides training at events that support service providers, families, and autistics.
- Collaborate with other systems of supports for autistics to promote the work of KATC and the work of others.
- Maintains knowledge of current research-based practices in autism and incorporates this information in professional development and information dissemination.
- Five years-experience working with autistic individuals and in developing programs.
- Experience collaborating with other service agencies in the development and implementation of programs for autistic people.
- Knowledge of current evidence-based programs for autism. Knowledge and experience in implementing and promoting the use of with assistive technology.
- Advanced training in TEACCH and related programs (specializing in meeting the communication needs) to support the needs of autistic individuals.
- Self-motivated to establish rapport with professionals and other KATC customers in program implementation.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with others at KATC and partner agencies/ groups to build a community of collaboration and growth for all.
- Effectively manages time and travel to efficiently accomplish the work that needs to be completed.
Target Compensation Minimum: $58,200
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.
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