assistivetechspecialist
nounUK /əˈsɪstɪv tɛk ˈspɛʃəlɪst/
US /əˈsɪstɪv tɛk ˈspɛʃəlɪst/
A person who helps people use special tools and computers to make hard things easier.
The assistivetechspecialist showed Mia how to use a talking computer to read her books.
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2. A professional who evaluates which assistive devices best fit a person's needs.
The assistivetechspecialist tested several switches before choosing the right one for Sam.
3. Someone who trains teachers and families to use accessibility tools in the classroom.
Our assistivetechspecialist ran a workshop on screen readers for the whole staff.
4. A person who fixes and sets up assistive equipment like wheelchairs, hearing aids, or communication boards.
The assistivetechspecialist repaired the speech device so Leo could talk with his friends again.