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Job description
POSITION TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Evaluation & Program Compliance - Special Education
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months, school year
Primary Purpose:
Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, fluency, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
Master's Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas license in speech-language pathology granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA)
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions
Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills
Experience:
One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Therapy, Assessment and Program Management
Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.
Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services.
Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data.
Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions, according to District procedures.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on findings.
Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file physical and computerized reports, records, and required documents.
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local board.
Comply with District and campus routines and procedures.
Consultation Counsel and involve parents in remedial process.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve students' communication skills.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and students' needs.
Student Management Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity and interest of students.
Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
Professional Growth and Development Participate in professional learning activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
Provide professional learning in assigned schools to assist staff in identifying and understanding students' communication deficits.
Maintain familiarity with District curriculum to better serve students' needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathologist assistant(s).
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer, peripherals, electronic devices
Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
Environment: Work is performed in a classroom and office setting; frequent in-district travel; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions
Worksite address
san angelo, TX, 76902, US
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