Speech Language Pathologist - West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

As the Speech Language Pathologist your core responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Instruction Assessment and Evaluation:

• Assesses screens and evaluates students sharing results with parents and educational staff.
• Analyzes data to assess monitor and inform instruction for student growth.
• Participates in the eligibility determination process according to MARSE and ISD/RESA guidelines.
• Provides relevant instruction based on IEP and best practices demonstrating knowledge of child growth and individual student needs.
• Offers consultative services for school staff facilitating interventions and techniques for targeted students.

IEP Development Documentation and Compliance:

• Develops and implements IEPs for students with Speech/Language impairment.
• Assists with IEPs for students with speech/language as a service on an annual basis or as required.
• Ensures compliance with Medicaid requirements for schoolbased claiming.
• Submits student progress information and records.
• Utilizes the special education management system for all IEP documents.
• Maintains confidential records of individual students according to FERPA guidelines.
• Delivers direct and consultative therapeutic services for expressive receptive and pragmatic language.

Relationships and Meetings:

• Establishes cooperative relationships with administrative and school staff.
• Communicates and collaborates with parents and the school community to support student success and engagement.
• Participates in meetings to address student goals needs and legal requirements.
• Attends special education training offered by Choice Schools Associates L.L.C.
• Contributes to school activities and student supervision.
• Maintains consistent attendance and adheres to work hours.
• Implements and complies with Academy policies and procedures.
• Performs assigned duties in accordance with Academy policies and procedures.

Job Goal: To provide comprehensive speech and language support to students fostering effective communication skills and enhancing overall academic success. They are dedicated to conducting thorough assessments diagnosing speech and language disorders and developing tailored intervention plans. By collaborating with teachers parents and other professionals they aim to create a holistic support system that addresses individual needs. Through targeted therapy sessions and evidencebased techniques they strive to improve articulation language fluency and social communication. Additionally they play a vital role in advocating for students communication needs within the school community and promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters Degree.
• Valid State certification with appropriate licenses.
• Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus.
• Speech pathology case reporting and writing experience.

Desired Requirements:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the IEP process.
• Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
• Ability to coordinate with students parents and staff individually and in groups.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction.

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

4463 Leonard St. NW
Walker MI 49534

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JOB GOAL
To provide students with a first class learning experience contributing to their development as responsible citizens and leaders in their communities.

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