2-Speech Therapists

FLSA:Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree and/or public school Type A or B Level Certification in Speech Pathology

2. Valid license issued by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology

REPORTS TO: Special Education Supervisor

JOB GOAL: To provide professional service through which pupils having speech, language, and/or hearing disorders may be helped to more effectively respond to academic training

TERM: Nine Months

SALARY: Nine Month Teacher Salary Schedule

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Instructional Responsibilities

A. To provide speech/language screening assessment of public school students

B. To become familiar with each assigned student's specific evaluation strengths and

deficits as evidenced by the child's comprehensive evaluation and IEP information

C. To prepare and maintain in the classroom daily lesson plans which shall promote

systematic growth in fundamental knowledge and skills

D. To establish student long range goals yearly with short term objectives to be developed

during the year on the school's regular reporting period and documented on the IEP

E. To prepare and schedule a specific number of instructional periods for each child as

needed and indicated on the IEP

F. To assess and evaluate each student's progress on a regular basis

G. To make provision for individual differences by such means as using effective grouping

procedures, individualized instruction and utilizing a variety of materials on the student's

level

H. To create and maintain a physical environment that is conducive to learning including

attractive and meaningful bulletin boards, appropriate seating arrangements, cleanliness

and orderliness

I. To demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development respecting the

individuality of each child

II. Management Responsibilities

A. To follow the time schedule of the school being served

B. To sign in and out of school on appropriate forms

C. To meet with parents and/or teachers to promote or effect language learning in children,

when appropriate

D. To be responsible for attending any administrative and/or professional meetings called by

the home-based principal

E. To notify principals and the Special Education office in case of absence from work

F. To account for the care of assigned speech therapy materials

G. To be accurate and neat in completing required records and reports and turning these in

promptly

H. To maintain control, promote self-discipline, and manage time efficiently

III. Professional Responsibilities

A. To attend inservice workshops as mandated by local policies or legislative acts

B. To contribute to and participate in activities or organizations which foster professional

growth whenever possible

C. To promote the educational process as evidenced by the sharing of ideas and materials of

other staff members

D. To maintain and exhibit a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and

development of all students

IV. Personal Responsibilities

A. To observe standards of conduct demonstrating integrity and dependability and observing

confidentiality

B. To set a good example by personal appearance in accordance with parish dress code

C. To maintain self-control and pose and demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations

showing effectiveness under pressure

D. To accept responsibility commensurate with assigned tasks meeting obligations to

students and staff

V. To establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan

VI. To work effectively with school personnel and staff

VII. To consistently demonstrate self-direction

VIII. To submit accurate records and reports promptly

IX. To exhibit professional ethics

X. To foster open communication and positive relationships with school personnel and staff

XI. To foster open communication and positive relationships with the community

XII. To perform any other duties or responsibilities not listed as delegated by the Principal or

designated person

XIII. To follow state, school board and school policies