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Groveport Madison lists this Speech and Language Pathologist opportunity in groveport, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Speech And Language Pathologist Sy
Identifies those students who have a speech and/or language disability; develop and implement a program for improvement and/or correction of speech and/or language disorders of articulation, language, fluency and voice NOTE: The speech-language pathologist provides screening, diagnostic, and therapy services to the PREK-12 student population. Under the supervision of the Special Education Director, the speech-language pathologist serves as a member of the special education team for multifactored evaluations, IEP conferences, and IEP reviews of students with disabilities. The speech-language pathologist also develops and implements IEPs for students with communication disabilities. He/she serves as a consultant to classroom teachers, other related service providers, IAT teams, and the broader school population as needed.
Essential Functions
Ensure safety of students
Teach and evaluate the students using sound speech/hearing instructional practices
Prepare clear and timely lesson plans for speech/hearing disabled students
Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required
Provide guidance and counsel to the speech/hearing students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development
Participate in parent/teacher conferences as appropriate
Counsel with colleagues, students and parents relative to speech/hearing students
Maintain and improve professional competence in the specified area
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards and conferences
Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
Monitor accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct
Coordinate notification of parents if student is not meeting goals/objectives
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Provide a therapeutic program for speech, language and hearing handicapped children
Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, identifying and referring students with suspected speech and language handicaps
Assess student speech and hearing skills
Screen students to identify speech and language problems
Refer and consult with outside agencies, supervisors, and specialists in related areas
Provide in-service education to staff and parents on speech and hearing topics
Serve as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech improvement
Maintain ongoing records for students receiving speech therapy
Responsible for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies
Other Duties And Responsibilities
Make provisions for being available to students/parents for educational-related purposes outside the instructional day
Provide information, support and counseling to parents and families
Review and revamp checklists, interview questions, observation forms, and progress reports as appropriate
Serve as a role model for students
Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
Qualifications
Master's degree (M.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university
Previous teaching/clinical experience in school setting
Certification/licensure as speech-language pathologist by Ohio Dept. of Education
BCII/FBI clearance
Employment record or references indicating strong interpersonal communication skills and expertise with pediatric populations with communicative disabilities
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of speech area and teaching methodology for the same
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills
Diagnostic interpretation in the areas of voice analysis, fluency rates, articulation/phonological assessment, language assessments, audio logical testing, psychological assessments and educational testing
Excellent public relations skills
Skills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
Knowledge of state and local rules governing special education
Equipment Operated
Telephone
Audiometer
FM system
Augmentative device (Delta Talker/liberator, etc.)
Computer/printer
Copy machine
Cassette recorders
Tympanometer
Additional Working Conditions
Occasional requirement to travel, both daily and overnight
Occasional weekend/evening/summer work
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional interaction among unruly children
Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions
Frequently lift/carry various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment; push/pull various items up to a maximum of 100 pounds
Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
Terms Of Employment
Per contract with the Groveport Madison Local Board of Education. Groveport Madison Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, or the presence of disabilities.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.
Worksite address
groveport, OH, 43195, US
Who can apply
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