Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (Starke County Special Education Shared Services)

Days per year: 184

Start Date: Augustschool year)

Job purpose statement:

The Speech/Language Pathologist shall respond to the students needs and abilities; the Speech/Language Pathologist must work closely with staff/administration and Starke County Special Education Shared Services staff. The Starke County Special Education Shared Services includes; Knox North JudsonSan Pierre and OregonDavis school districts.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree from an accredited college/university
• Current Indiana Speech Pathologist License
• Indiana License from the Division of Professional Standards in Communication Disorder
• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred
• Experience in public schools preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Develop speech and language skills to facilitate students personal social and academic development
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students
• Communicate effectively with all staff and the community.
• Appropriately operate all equipment as required.
• Ability to respond positively to change and handle tasks as assigned.

Key Performance Responsibilities:

• Create positive and respectful relationships with students staff parents administrators and professional agencies who work on behalf of the student.
• Complete and maintain records as required by Federal IDEA State Article 7 and corporation procedures including evaluations reports and Medicaid reimbursement according to mandated timelines.
• Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
• Encourage and monitor student progress related to the IEP and make informed timely educational decisions.
• Conduct speech language and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for services.
• Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation review and reevaluation process.
• Participate in the development of student IEPs.
• Consult with parents teachers administrators and others concerning students needs and available special services.
• Assist teachers in developing and implementing curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.
• Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services. Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.
• Provide therapy followup and consultation based on student IEPs.
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
• Plan and implement transitional programs for students.
• Assist students in developing feelings of selfworth and making social adjustments allowing them to cope with disabilities.
• Maintain appropriate confidential records and provide timely reports.
• Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies.
• Supervise and train staff members as assigned.
• Assist with public awareness activities which lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children.
• Keep abreast of new information innovative ideas and techniques.
• See that school district and cooperative policies are observed during all activities.
• Obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and building administration.

Benefits/Salary:

• Hourly rate competitive and commensurate with experience
• Health Insurance PERF LTD Life Insurance Dental Matching Annuity
• Sick/Personal Leave.

SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• License
• Professional References with Telephone Numbers
• Professional Letters of Recommendation

CONTACT:

Heather Reese

Knox Elementary School

210 W. Culver Road

Knox IN 46534

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