AAC Specialist

Job Description

Job Description AAC Specialist

Job title: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist
Location: San Lorenzo Unified School District
Employment type: Part-time, 16 hours per week
Pay rate: $80–$86 per hour
Schedule: Part-time hours; weekly schedule to be determined.

Position summary

The AAC Specialist supports people with complex communication needs in finding and using effective ways to communicate. The specialist assesses communication strengths and needs, recommends appropriate AAC tools and strategies, and partners with individuals, families, educators, therapists, and other team members to support meaningful communication across daily settings.

Key responsibilities

• Assess individuals’ communication abilities, needs, preferences, and environments.
• Recommend and support AAC systems, including no-tech, low-tech, and high-tech options.
• Help select, personalize, and program communication devices and applications.
• Provide training and coaching to individuals, families, caregivers, educators, and staff.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, educators, clinicians, and other service providers.
• Develop strategies to support communication access, participation, and independence in everyday activities.
• Monitor progress and adjust AAC tools and supports as needs change.
• Support device trials, funding or equipment documentation, and coordination with vendors, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and service documentation.
• Promote inclusive, person-centered, and culturally responsive communication practices.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in speech-language pathology, special education, assistive technology, rehabilitation, or a related field.
• Experience supporting people with complex communication needs and/or using AAC.
• Knowledge of AAC systems, access methods, communication strategies, and assistive technology.
• Strong communication, collaboration, training, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt recommendations to an individual’s goals, preferences, abilities, and environments.

Preferred qualifications

• Relevant professional certification, licensure, or AAC-specific training.
• Experience working in schools, healthcare, community services, or disability services.
• Familiarity with AAC device trials, funding processes, and assistive technology documentation.
• Experience supporting multilingual users and culturally diverse communities.

Work requirements

• Part-time schedule, with specific hours and days to be determined.
• Ability to travel between sites or service locations, if required.
• Ability to provide services in person, remotely, or in both formats.

Equal opportunity statement

Greater Good Student Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace.

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