Speech Language Pathologist -1.0 FTE
Speech Language Pathologist (1.0 FTE) This position is for the 2025-2026 school year.
Cleveland Public Schools
Applications Due: Open until filled
Questions about the position can be directed to Scott Lusk, Principal, or Dustin Bosshart, Superintendent, (lusk.scott@isd391.org or bosshart.dustin@isd391.org)
Position/ Service Summary: Providing speech and language therapy for students with special education services including speech, language, voice, fluency and communication impairments. The Speech-language pathologist will provide a complete array of services to students with identified communication problems, including students whose primary disability is “speech-language impairment” and students with primary disabilities who have needs in the area of communication (for example, students with autism, cognitive disabilities, or developmental delays).
The Speech and Language Pathologist is responsible for implementing Individual Education Plans (IEP) in accordance with due process rights of students. IEP designs articulate a "team" service model, whereby the SLP will be working directly with regular education and special education staff, as individual communication plans are implemented.
Communication/language skill building occurs throughout the day; thus the need for the SLP to have the skills, commitment, and determination to work with all service providers.
Essential Functions
- Assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed. .
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
- Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile:
Certification/License:
- State Certification as a PreK-12 Speech Language Pathologist.
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Experience:
- Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.