Speech-Language Therapist / Pathologist

Job Description:

Granby Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Speech and Language Pathologist for Kelly Lane School. The ideal candidate embodies adaptability, a passion for continuous learning, and strong communication skills. They will adjust teaching methods to diverse needs, stays current with educational research, and excel at building positive relationships. We value flexibility, a commitment to professional growth, and the ability to create a supportive learning environment.

The Speech-Language Pathologist performs speech and language services including screening, assessment, device programming, and direct services for students, who have delays in the areas of receptive and expressive language, speech production and functional communication skills. Serves as a consultant to multidisciplinary staff members. Assists in planning and implementing parent education and providing training to a multidisciplinary team regarding a student's communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Speech-Language Pathologist:

• Consult and collaborate with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding assessment, interventions and therapy services

• Assess students' receptive and expressive language skills to determine present levels of performance and to develop appropriate goals and objectives

• Assess and make recommendations for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods

• Program AAC devices according to a student's individual communication needs

• Effectively interpret and analyze assessment results, and share them with staff and parents

• Prepare written assessment reports for each student evaluated, and write Speech and Language goals for the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

• Implement appropriate therapy using research-based interventions

• Evaluate oral motor and feeding skills and recommend appropriate treatment plans

• Attend staffing and planning meetings for individual students and give input on student performance.

• Provide parent education and support

• Develop communication plans

• Work collaboratively to deliver services to students individually or in small groups across school, community and vocational settings

• Document student performance on Catalyst and complete daily session notes

• Maintain accurate records of direct and indirect treatment services

• Prepare detailed reports outlining a student's annual performance and propose new goals and objectives

• Conduct comprehensive triennial evaluations to demonstrate student growth by comparing with previous test scores

• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, school personnel, parents, and co- workers

• Meet timelines for daily documentation and required paperwork

• Attend multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress

• Supervise SLPAs as needed

Certification Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• CT State Department of Education 061 Certification
• CT Department of Public Health Licensure
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CF applicants

Qualifications:

• Must hold or be eligible for CT State Department of Education Certification for Speech and Language Pathologist (061)

Please see our Granby Education Association Agreement.

Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Please apply online.