About this opportunity
University Prep Schools lists this Speech & Language Pathologist opportunity in detroit, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Details: Job Location: U Prep Academy District - DETROIT, MI 48202, Job Summary:
The Speech and Language Pathologist is responsible for designing, organizing, and implementing therapy to students who are speech and language impaired. Speech and Language Pathologists are responsible for the speech and language assessment of students and the preparation of their IEPs, including the goals and objectives.
Desired Competencies
Willingness to collaborate with others within the U Prep Network
Highly developed organizational, planning, and time management skills
Implements and follows through on simultaneous projects and tasks;
Displays pleasant, professional demeanor at all times
Ability to work with families to improve the educational outcomes for students;
Contributes to the development of a positive, supportive environment
Maintains knowledge of changing trends and best practices in the field of speech therapy and puts this learning into action in the schools
Responsibilities
Provides appropriate diagnostic speech and language assessments to students to determine their strengths and weaknesses for the use of creating Individualized Education Plans
Progress monitors the programming and services for effectiveness and makes necessary changes to support the growth of the students
Provides quarterly progress reports to parents/guardians, and keeps the classroom teacher and school administrator up to date on student progress
Completes necessary paperwork to maintain compliance with IDEA and MARSE
Maintains current knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and abides by said laws and regulations with emphasis on persons with disabilities
Addresses the needs of the school, student, families, and community by collaborating with team members from the Student Development Department and the schools to design a holistic approach to any barriers or problems with the educational process
Promotes family support of students’ learning experiences within the context of culturally responsive understanding and competencies
Provides services to students in ways that build upon individual strengths and offers students maximum opportunities to participate in the planning and direction of their own learning experience
Provides appropriate scheduling that does not interfere with core instruction
Confers with the classroom teacher developing strategies and interventions
Develops and provides training and educational programs that address the goals and mission of the educational institution
Assists students and their families in gaining access to formal and informal community and/or educational resources that will support the goals of the students
Collaborates with outside providers, when necessary, to coordinate services for students who receive speech and language therapy from outside agencies
Assists in the evaluation of effective departmental, school-based, system, community, and statewide programs
Maintains accurate case records and documentation
Participates in appropriate professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills
Qualifications: Education/Experience
Holds a master’s degree from an accredited educational program
Holds a certificate of clinical competence (ASHA)
Holds appropriate speech and language certification in the State of Michigan
Preferred experience working with children in a school setting
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Cohesive team ethic; ability to work with others to create comprehensive Independent Educational Plans
Proven success in implementing systems for record and case management.
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Worksite address
detroit, MI, 48228, US
Who can apply
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