Speech Pathologist 25-26 SY 07 FTE28 hours weekly
Speech Pathologist 25-26 SY 07 FTE28 hours weekly
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Job Description
Position Summary
Under general supervision the Speech Language Pathologist provides specializes instruction in the areas of comprehension and expression in oral and alternative communications language processing preliteracy and languagebased literacy skills.
Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions: Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Evaluates identifies and addresses communication delays and speech language impairments with school age children; conducts screenings to determine communication differences versus speech disorders.
- Screens and evaluates students to develop individualized service plans (ISP) for students in private placements within District boundaries.
- Assists students with meeting performance standards of the School District and State by defining students roles and responsibilities and ensuring appropriate services are available.
- Develops individualized education plans (IEP) and goals for students; reports data to Medicaid Coordinator for billing purposes.
- Participates and completes consultations on transitions from the Arizona Early Intervention Program.
- Provides support to Teachers; provides materials support and intervention assistance.
- Attends and participates in IEP/multidisciplinary evaluation team (MET) and parent/teacher conferences.
- Consults with educational assistants general education Teachers and social workers as needed.
- Participates in continuing education to maintain appropriate certifications and stay abreast of trends and developments.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Job Requirements
Knowledge of
- Applicable Federal State and local laws codes ordinances and regulations.
- Record maintenance and retention policies and procedures.
- General office policies procedures and equipment.
- Supervisory principles and practices.
- Speech and language screening methods.
- Communication disorders.
- Child development stages.
- Teaching and learning styles materials and strategies.
Skill in
- Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
- Maintaining composure when interacting with agitated students.
- Identifying and evaluating speech and language needs.
- Developing ISPs and IEPs based on screenings and evaluations.
- Preparing clear and concise reports.
- Interacting professionally with District staff and outside agencies.
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Operating a computer and related software.
Education and Experience:
Masters degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders AND one 1 year of clinical experience; OR an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
Must be a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist with the State of Arizona at the time of hire.
A valid State drivers license may be required.
Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card is required.
Work is performed in an office and classroom setting and requires operation of standard office equipment such as personal computer and related software fax machine and copy machine. May be exposed to potentially contagious illnesses and physical harm from students.
Employment Type
Full-Time
