JOB TITLE:  Certified Speech and Language Pathologist

 

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services

 

SUPERVISES: Students assigned to caseload

 

WORKS WITH: Classroom aides, administrators, other classroom teachers, classified staff, parents, community members

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree and valid South Dakota certification with appropriate licensure.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently or for prolonged periods of time. Additional physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management. Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students. Demonstrated skills in the use of technology to enhance student learning.

 

POSITION SUMMARY: Work in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents and students.  Responsible for providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders helping students to adjust and access the general education curriculum. 180 days + 12 ESY days. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Assess, screen, and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and educational staff, and participate in the eligibility determination process in accordance with state and school division requirements and best practice
• Develop and implement individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Speech/Language impairment and assists with IEPs for students with speech/language as a service on an annual basis or according to requirements
• Comply with all Medicaid requirements for school-based claiming, including obtaining written Medicaid consent from parents of all students served and timely filing of claims that meet Medicaid standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development and individual student needs by providing relevant instruction according to the IEP and educational best practices
• Provide consultative services for school staff by sharing and demonstrating specific techniques and working with school teams to facilitate relevant and consistent interventions for targeted students
• Maintain records and information concerning individual students in the prescribed confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for which they are maintained according to FERPA guidelines
• Provide direct and consultative therapeutic services related to expressive, receptive, and pragmatic language
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the therapy program
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and school staff
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of addressing student goals and needs, and to meet laws and policies
• Maintain and submit information/records including student progress for all students
• Share with other staff members the responsibility for school activities and student supervision
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract
• Implement and comply with District policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with school district policies and procedures

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
2. Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
3. Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting communication assessments.
4. Knowledge and understanding of child development and communication development.
5. Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
6. Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
7. Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth.
8. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
9. Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction.
10. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
11. Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
12. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

 

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be determined in accordance with the evaluation policy and procedures of the board of education.

 

PUBLIC DEMANDS: Presents a proactive and positive image of the school, students, and staff, and fosters the district mission to educate and empower all students to become successful, contributing citizens in an ever-changing world.