Speech Language Pathologist

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

2023-2024 School Year

Speech Language Pathologist

Date: January 17, 2024

Location: JCPS

Report to: Director of EC and Student Services

Start Date: Immediately

Terms of Employment: 10 months

Payment Rate: According to Certified Salary Schedule

Application Deadline: Open until filled

For more information: Jones County Public Schools

320 W Jones St

Trenton, NC 28585

252-448-2531

Email: hrdept@jonesnc.net

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description:

As a School Speech Therapist, you will play a crucial role in supporting the communication needs of our students. We are looking for a professional who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and can start immediately. Hours per week: 40

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify and diagnose speech and language disorders.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each student's unique needs.

• Provide engaging therapy sessions to students with speech and language challenges.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate therapy goals into the school environment.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to Individualized Education Program (IEP) development.

• Adapt therapy techniques to suit the needs of the students.

• Provides speech therapy services to exceptional children students.

• Evaluates, screens and observes students.

• Write evaluation reports, progress notes, and individualized education plans.

• Participates in individual education plan meetings with parents.

• Plans appropriate therapy instructions.

• Communicates with parents, teachers, administrators and coordinates therapy with the teachers

• Attend IEP meetings

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) or state equivalent.

• North Carolina state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Proven experience in a school setting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

• Ability to adapt therapy techniques to suit the needs of the students.