Speech and Language Pathologist TEMPORARY CONTRACT

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent Student ServicesPOSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for identification assessment placement and specialized instruction for students at grade levels pre-school through sixth grade with disorders of speech hearing and/or QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Clinical Rehabilitative Services or Restricted Speech and Hearing Credential and a valid California Driver DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Identifies those students with speech language and/or hearing disorders through referrals from school personnel parents or outside agencies and also through screening of selected grade levels. Assesses speech language and hearing disorders employing evaluative instruments and data gathering techniques. Diagnoses communication problems of students and recommends the appropriate placement/services. Works with assigned students to correct or minimize their communication disorders. Confers with and provides information to students parents and teachers regarding the program in progress for that student. Attends IEP and other professional meetings. Evaluates the progress of assigned students based on testing and observation to determine further needs. Coordinates the program for students with speech language and/or hearing disorders with the total educational program of each assigned school to the extent possible. Operates a computer terminal to enter data maintain records and generate reports. Maintains confidentiality of records and privileged communications. Communicates effectively both orally and in writing. Meets schedules and timelines. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with others. Drives a vehicle to carry out duties and responsibilities of position. Other related duties as DEMANDS: The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Persons performing services in this position classification will frequently exert 25-50 pounds of force to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves sitting standing walking bending and stooping from brief periods of time to lengthy periods of time. Essential job functions include: Perceiving the nature of sound; near and far visual acuity; depth perception; providing oral and written communication; ability to speak and project voice in either an enclosed or open area; manual dexterity to handle and work with various materials objects and equipment; driving a motor vehicle; and the physical ability to perform a variety of physical activities.