Special Education Speech Language Pathologist

JOB SUMMARY: Help students with a wide range of speech-language-related issues to meet performance standards. Their work includes prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design efforts that are integrated within a school.

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Will serve as Teacher of Record for students with primary speech/language impairments and Teacher of Service for students with secondary speech/language impairments

• Communicate with parents on a mutually agreed upon time for case conferences

• Participates in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including measurable goals and objectives for each student's needs as applicable to the educational setting

• Bill Medicaid

• Identifies/selects appropriate materials and equipment for therapy

• Establish schedules for therapy sessions

• Establish and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures

• Maintain accurate daily records and data collection to document students' attendance, progress, including requirements for Medicaid.

• Manages time, materials, and equipment effectively

• Create materials for students who have very specialized needs

• Establishes and maintains a positive, organized, and safe environment for students

• Uses technology resources effectively

• Conducts comprehensive evaluations and completes progress reports.

• Re-evaluates short-term objectives and writes new ones as needed.

• Provides direct speech therapy using materials specific to the communication disorder(s)

• Provides functional suggestions to teachers and parents regarding the student's therapy program

• Provide direct and/or consult services for students with speech/language services in the IEP

• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community agencies.

• Attends IEP meetings and other student-related conferences as determined necessary

• Participates in training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues while maintaining professional certification and/or licensure

• Promotes and supports the professional growth of self and others

• Keeps well informed about current trends and best practices in the area of Speech Language Pathology

• Maintains a network of peer contacts through professional organization

• Models professional and ethical conduct at all times

• Performs all professional responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality of student and other professional information

• Complies with policies, procedures, and programs

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned which are necessary for the daily operation of the school program

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution.

• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.

• Possess an Indiana License as a Speech and Language Pathologist

• One (1) year of experience in an educational setting is preferred.

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)/Assistive Technology (AT) experience is a plus.

• Qualifications may vary from the above requirements to such a degree as the Superintendent and Board determine is necessary and appropriate to ensure properly qualified personnel in each specialized assignment.

• The position covers multiple school buildings and sites and requires use of personal vehicles for travel with mileage reimbursement.

EFFECTIVE: 2024-25 school year, 187 days

ASSIGNMENT: Full Time

Medical/dental/vision insurance, short term life insurance policy, retirement plan, paid time off.