Speech/Language Pathologist
Summary of Duties: Under the direction of the Admissions & Release Committee, screen, assess and identify students with communication disorders which adversely affect their educational progress. Develop and provide direct and indirect services within the student’s educational setting based on established IEP goals and objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Must have no convictions of a felony or past criminal history, be in good health as evidenced by completion of a physical examination as prescribed by the Board. Must be of good character and moral behavior; must possess a master’s degree or any combination equivalent to a master’s degree in the area of speech-language pathology from an accredited program in speech-language therapy and all other requirements as set forth in KRS 334A.050.
CRITICAL SKILL/EXPERTISE REQUIRED: Knowledge of:
-Principles and techniques of speech-language therapy
-Methods and procedures for assessment and treatment of communication disorders (speech sound production and use, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, oral motor, etc.)
-State and federal laws and regulations regarding special education records, due process and service provision
-Local school district policies and procedures
-State laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology
-Kentucky Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disabilities
-Principles of training & supervising staff
-Health and safety regulations
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Ability to:
-Provide speech-language therapy to eligible students
-Develop and evaluate the appropriateness of treatment plans (IEP’s)
-Develop student rapport and establish a positive therapeutic atmosphere
-Communicate and work effectively with the families of students with disabilities
-Work collaboratively with other professionals
-Maintain student records and prepare reports as specified by the District
-Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
-Prepare written evaluations and reports
-Remain current concerning knowledge of therapeutic and special issues
-Operate and maintain therapeutic and office equipment
-Prioritize and schedule work
-Meet schedules and timelines
-Train and supervise others as needed
-Observe health and safety regulations
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Prepare written evaluations and maintain records which clearly and succinctly document services provided, student progress and discharge from therapy as recommended to the Admissions and Release Committee
-Comply with evaluations standards and determine eligibility for services based on the Kentucky Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disorders
-Effectively communicate test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans to the Admissions and Release Committee
-Participate in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, Individual Education Plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models
-Assure compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures
-Prepare reports as needed by the local school district and/or the KY Department of Education
-Develop treatment plans consistent with the IEP. Review therapy goals and objectives and make recommendations for changes as appropriate to the Admissions & Release Committee -Employ instruction/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student’s goals and objectives
-Operate and maintain a variety of therapeutic equipment and train others in use of the equipment as necessary
-Assess, select and develop augmentative and/or alternative communication systems and provide training in their use
-Supervise and coordinate the activities of any assigned staff. Adhere to state law regarding the type and amount of supervision required for licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s)
-Communicate with students who have disorders of communication, their families, caregivers and other service providers relative to the student’s disability and its management. Assist in development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of the student
-Communicate with appropriate agencies, schools and other organizations as needed in order to meet the needs of students with communication disabilities
-Remain current concerning instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech-language therapy.
-Attend and participate in professional workshops and conferences.
-Provide in-service training to other professionals and paraprofessionals
-Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as needed
-Operate office equipment as appropriate
-Perform other related duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
-Will be required to complete all required training and attend in-service sessions.
-Performs assigned tasks in a timely manner.
-Consistently displays self-control with parents, students and school personnel.
-Maintains a clean workstation (bus, desk, office, etc.) and does maintenance as needed.
-Be clean, neat and appropriately dressed.
-Be consistently responsible and display an attitude of honesty and credibility.
-Show enthusiasm, interest and concern for the total program and its efficient operation.
-Maintains student control.
-Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times.
-Demonstrate positive behavior toward the purposes and goals of the Allen County Public Schools.
-Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. Work year consists of the number of days as designated by the current school calendar.
2. Salary commensurate with professional classified pay scale
3. Sick leave and personal leave provided as stated in board policy.
4. The employee is an “at will” employee and the superintendent may terminate this employment at any time.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Position Type:Full-Time