STUDENT-AAC/Assistive Technology Lab Assistant

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain AAC and assistive technology hardware and software in the lab.
• Set up and maintain iPads and other technology, including installing and updating applications.
• Develop familiarity with a variety of AAC applications and systems and assist others in learning to use these tools.
• Provide basic technology support to students and others using the AAC lab.
• Collaborate, as appropriate, with occupational therapy students and other students working in the lab.
• Assist with research activities related to AAC and assistive technology.
• Support lab outreach, demonstrations, and educational activities.
• Help maintain an organized, accessible, and functional lab environment.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an SLP undergraduate student who is dependable, curious about technology, interested in AAC, comfortable learning new software and devices, and planning to pursue graduate study in speech-language pathology. Prior experience with AAC is helpful but not required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are essential.

Hiring Manager: David Hajjar

Hiring rate: $16.45/hr

Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy.  This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check. 

For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at [email protected].

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