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Roles of Assistive Technology Service Providers
Appropriate student assessment and evaluation to identify specific assistive technology needs of students
Work with other members of the student's team to identify the discrepancy between tasks required and the student's abilities
Prioritize the issues, consider possible solutions, implement possible solutions, re-evaluate to determine whether the student's needs are being met
Make a decision regarding appropriate strategies and technological solutions.
Provide training to school personnel, students, families, and community agencies to build competency related to assistive technology
On Site Training (Large Group, Small Group and/or Individualized Trainings)
Training Materials (Print and Digital Materials)
District Professional Learning
Digital Platforms (Website and AT Social Media Accounts)
Maintain the assistive technology loan and checkout system within KUSD to assure that students have access to tools for evaluation and training as needed
Develop processes to promote timely and consistent access to needed assistive technology devices and related resources
Facilitate the process of selecting, designing, customizing, adapting, maintaining, or replacing assistive technology devices
Assist in obtaining funding for the procurement of devices
Support the development of visual supports and materials
Provide technical support for assistive technology tools and devices
Consultation and Collaboration
Provide follow-up support and technological assistance to students and teams as needed or determined by the IEP
Serve as consultants in regards to assistive technology tools and supports
Collaborate in developing intervention strategies and action plans for students and teams that correspond to the changing needs and abilities of students
Evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention procedures relative to the student’s performance in his or her natural setting
Coordinate with outside therapists and community agencies to promote the use of assistive technology across environments
Facilitate the transition of students between grade levels, relative to their technology needs
Assistive Technology in the IEP
Assistive Technology Services
Assistive technology services in the Kenosha Unified School District require a team effort. All members of a student's special education Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team contribute to the consideration and implementation of assistive technology tools and services. The knowledge that family members, teachers, therapists, and other support staff share regarding the student's strengths and special educational needs are essential for providing the appropriate tools and services.
After an assistive technology tool has been introduced, the team members that support the student on a daily basis need to use the tools with the student to determine its effectiveness. The same team members are also responsible for the continual re-evaluation of the tool's effectiveness, as well as determining whether other tools need to be considered and tried with the student.
Whenever possible the individual education team members provide the assistive technology tools and services the student needs. In addition, the district has assistive technology service providers who provide training and support for students, the educational team members, the family, and outside service providers.
Assistive Technology Intake Form
Assistive Technology Flowchart
