Speech Language Pathologist

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Job Summary:\

The job of Speech Language Pathologist is done for the purpose(s) of

supporting the instructional\

program with specific responsibilities for identifying students with

communication disorders; planning\

and implementing appropriate individual educational plans to minimize

adverse impact on student\

success; and recommending direct and indirect services.\

Qualifications:\

Masters degree with appropriate Kansas licensure.\

Performance Responsibilities:\

1. Serve as a resource to staff members and parents in the development

of a balanced program for\

communication.\

2. Provide appropriate information to students and families regarding

community agencies and\

services available to them.\

3. Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring

suspected and identified speech\

and language delays/disorders.\

4. Participate in the screening, pre-assessment, identification,

placement, follow-up and reviews of\

students progress.\

5. Conduct an assessment and diagnosis of speech, language,

cognitive-communication, oral\

motor/swallowing skills so that appropriate interventions can be

designed.\

6. Participate in development of goals and strategies for educational

improvement.\

7. Provide a therapeutic program to meet individual needs of

speech/language students.\

8. Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum\

adaptations/modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.

Collaborate all providers so\

that the communication system (if needed) can be implemented or utilized

in all aspects of the\

students day.\

9. Provide any assigned paraprofessional with appropriate direction,

supervision and evaluation.\

10. Ensure that all activities conform to state and district

guidelines.\

11. Ensure that all activities adhere to the professional standards.\

12. Ensure that Kansas State Board of Education guidelines for Special

Education are met.\

13. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and

community. Assist with\

public awareness activities that lead to a better understanding of the

needs of exceptional\

children.\

14. Work effectively with community organizations and outside agencies.\

15. Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.\

16. Maintain an inventory of materials, assessment protocols and

supplies.\

17. Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely

reports.\

18. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.\

19. Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques

related to multimodal\

communication systems for all identified students.\

20. Support the value of an education.\

21. Support the mission and philosophy of Haysville Public Schools.\

22. Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.\

23. 15. Obtain prior approval for all special activities and

expenditures.\

24. 16. Adhere to all district health and safety policies.\

25. 17. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services and

building administrator,\

which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications

for the position.\

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:\

Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work

and move about as needed in a\

fast-pace, high-intensive work environment.