9-15. Audiometric and Vision Screening Technicians

9-15.1. Administration of Screenings

Only qualified audiometric and vision screening technicians and temporary audiometric and vision screening technicians shall administer vision and hearing screenings.

9-15.2. Scheduling

When schedules are assigned, ability and qualifications being equal, audiometric and vision screening technicians shall be given preference based on seniority.

9-15.3. Cluster Meetings

Two city-wide or district cluster meetings shall be held annually, one on a professional development day before the start of school year and one on a professional development day at the end of the first semester for audiometric and vision screening technicians in order to review new procedures and other related matters.

9-15.4. Travel Time

Travel between schools required by the BOARD shall be conducted within the established seven-hour and fifteen-minute duty day.

9-15.5. Changes in Procedures

Audiometric and vision screening technicians shall be informed, in writing, of any procedural changes and recording procedures and any change in the date for submission of time sheets and monthly travel reimbursement applications. Said audiometric and vision screening technicians shall implement and comply with said changes.

9-15.6. Screening Guidelines

Audiometric and vision screening technicians, regardless of the program they are staffed into, shall conform with the screening guidelines outlined by the State of Illinois, Department of Public Health, and the duties established by the BOARD.

9-15.7. Equipment and Forms

As determined by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services, audiometric and vision screening technicians shall be provided with replacement equipment to the extent possible and printed forms when necessary.

9-15.8. Certifications

Current state certifications for audiometric and vision screening technicians shall be kept on file by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services.