Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

.5 FTE / 183 days

Job Summary :

Responsible for the evaluation and provision of speech language therapy to students of all grade levels who qualify for speech services per state requirements. Services may be provided both in-person and remotely. The employee is primarily responsible for evaluation and provision of speech language and communication therapy. Employee may provide services in a variety of pre-school, elementary and/or secondary educational, individual or team settings.

Supervision and Controls over the Work :

The employee works with a high level of independence and professional discretion under the general supervision of a designated school administrator. The employees work is governed, controlled, and evaluated by acceptable professional practice, school and district policies and regulations, provisions of Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington, direction of the supervisor, and performance standards and expectations as set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate students with communication disorders including receptive- expressive language, articulation, voice, and fluency to determine eligibility and need for speech/language services at a variety of age levels.

2. Document communication skill deficits and their impact on the students educational performance.

3. Develop and implement an efficient service delivery schedule including individual, small group, and large group instruction.

4. Maintain data base of relevant information and frequent progress monitoring of student skill levels.

5. Complete all required paperwork (evaluation reports, IEPs, progress reports, etc.) on time and consistent with district, state and federal requirements for compliance.

6. Schedule and conduct IEP meetings, and participate as an IEP team member in a timely professional manner.

7. Design programming activities to promote communication interaction objectives based on the developmental level of students and functional skills.

8. Work cooperatively with building teams, district teams and outside agency teams to develop, plan and implement instruction.

9. Submit billing to Medicaid when needed.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Therapist must have successful experience in working with families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

2. Successful completion of a Speech Pathology certification program at an accredited college or university, and valid Washington state certification(s) and/or endorsement(s).

3. Experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a public school setting preferred.

4. Demonstration of organization and management skills.

5. Ability to work with a variety of people in a wide range of settings.

6. Ability to effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff verbally and in writing.

7. Ability to work, relate and communicate positively and effectively with staff, students and parents as part of a collaborative team at both the building as well as the district level.

8. Ability to use IEP computerized systems to write assessment reports and IEPs.

9. Knowledge of and experience with using augmentative communication systems and devices. Including administering and interpreting a wide variety of diagnostic tools.

10. Knowledge of and experience with feeding and oral motor therapy skills.

11. Experience with emerging language and the preschool population.

12. Physical stamina and ability to assist physically disabled students if needed to support program instruction.

13. Skill and ability to utilize technology to aid instruction, assessment and learning.

14. Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self-reflection on professional practice.

15. Ability to be flexible in terms of service delivery and schedule.

16. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Certification:

· Masters degree Speech Language Pathology

· Current Washington State ESA

· Current Washington State Speech Pathologist License

· Current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA