Speech Language Pathologist 001-046-I (2 Positions)

Speech Language Pathologist 001-046-I (2 Positions) JobID: 15159

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Speech Language Pathologist

Date Posted:

5/28/2025

Location:

Central Office Itinerant

Date Available:

2025/2026

Closing Date:

06/03/2025

County:

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Speech / Language Pathologist (Job #001-016-I)

LOCATION: Central Office Itinerant

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200 Days

SALARY: $40,780-68,802Salary based upon degree and experience on current salary schedule (State & County)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Certified by the State of West Virginia for Speech/Language Pathology

BENEFITS: Health, Life, Dental and Optical Insurance, WV Teachers Retirement and Sick Leave

POSITION DESCRIPTION

FOR THE POSITION OF SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

The speech/language pathologist is responsible for the implementation and quality of instruction required by students with communication disorders as designated by federal, state, and county policies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cooperate with other teachers, support personnel, administrators, and parents in planning and implementing the speech/language program for students assigned to him/her.
• Work with building principals and county staff (supervisory) in identifying and solving problems related to assigned exceptional students.
• Prepare and review IEP=s with parents and appropriate personnel reflecting specific objectives for each student.
• Provide clinical instructional services to students with speech/language disorders.
• Assist in the identification and evaluation of students who are referred for communication disorders. (Includes sweep screening activities).
• Design and/or utilize diagnostic and evaluative techniques in diagnosing and assessing the exceptional students needs with regard to the goals and objectives designated by the IEP. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for medical or other professional attention necessary for the clinical management of speech or language disorders.
• Utilize materials, furniture, equipment and facilities in an effective manner.
• Interact with students to promote a positive school image to enhance the teaching - learning process.
• Perform assignments related to record keeping, progress reporting, child count, inventories, etc.
• Maintain up-to-date files on each assigned student.
• Assist in the selection of programs, equipment, and materials to meet the needs of exceptional students.
• Submit requests and requisitions for equipment, materials, and supplies to meet the needs of assigned students.
• Prepare daily and long range lesson plans as may be required.
• Communicate and comply with local, state, and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws in regard to education of exceptional students.
• Promote positive parent relations through effective communication and involvement of parents.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required by the principal or other appropriate supervisory personnel. (SBAT, PAC, departmental meetings, inservice training programs, etc.)
• Maintain and improve professional competence.

1. Function as other school faculty members in such areas as related duties, homeroom, etc., as scheduling permits.

• Perform other duties and functions as assigned by the building principal and county supervisory staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The speech/language pathologist shall hold a valid West Virginia teacher certification with endorsement in the area(s) of assigned exceptionality. Upon approval of the West Virginia Department of Education, a teacher may be employed on permit providing a teacher with the required endorsement is not available.