Speech & Language Pathologist - Vacancy ID: 258040

JOB TITLE:100% Speech & Language Pathologist

CLASSIFICATION: Professional Staff

JOB OBJECTIVE:Screen, assess and identify students with communication disorders which adversely affect their education progress.  Develop and provide direct and indirect services within the student's educational setting, based on established IEP goals and objectives.

REPORTS TO:Director of Student Services

QUALIFICATIONS:A master's degree or any combination equivalent to a master's degree in the area of speech-language pathology from an accredited program in speech and language therapy.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Prepares written evaluations and maintains records which clearly and succinctly document services provided, student progress, and discharge from therapy.

• Complies with evaluation standards and determines eligibility for services.

• Effectively communicates test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans.

• Participates in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, Individual Education Plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models.

• Participates in collaborative teams as part of the district Professional Learning Community (PLC) effort.

• Assures compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Remains current concerning instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech-language therapy.  Attends and participates in professional workshops and conferences.

• Provides in-service training to other professionals.

• Principles and techniques of speech-language therapy, training and supervising staff.

• Methods and procedures for assessment and treatment of communication disorders.

• Federal and State laws and regulations regarding special education records, due process, service provision and speech language pathology.

• State laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language  pathology and local school district policies and procedures.

• Provide speech-language therapy to eligible students.

• Develop and evaluate the appropriateness of treatment plans (IEPS).

• Develop student rapport and establish a positive therapeutic atmosphere.

• Communicate and work effectively with the families of students with disabilities.

• Work collaboratively with other professionals.

This position description is illustrative and does not necessarily specify all tasks and duties of this position.  The District reserves the right to change this position description as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Friendly, professional and often fast-paced environment. Flexible daily schedule to permit before/after school meetings and events. Includes travel to other buildings.