Speech and Language Pathologist 2025-2026 school year

REPORTS TO :
Director of Student Services

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Regular, full time

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide a full range of services in speech/language pathology, in accordance with Special Education laws, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Screen speech, language and hearing according to State rules and locally developed policies and procedures.
• Conduct assessments, identify students with speech/language disabilities, develop IEP’s, and deliver therapy services as mandated by law and school district procedures.
• Schedule students for speech/language services in cooperation with teachers, administrators and other support staff.
• Prepare lesson plans and other documents as directed; for example, CAFS records.
• Report to parents, in writing, on a schedule consistent with the reporting schedule of the school district, and communicate with parents on an ongoing basis.
• Communicate regularly and work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Provide guidance to staff and parents regarding speech, language and hearing disabilities.
• Serve on evaluation teams as requested by the school psychologist, the Director of Student Services, or the Principal, and prepare the appropriate reports.
• Communicate with agencies and private practitioners according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures.
• Keep informed about current practices, as well as rules and regulations, in the speech/language profession.
• Select supplies, materials, equipment and assessment tools appropriate for the population served, and make recommendations to the Director of Student Services.
• Engage in continuous professional growth, including attending training sessions as assigned. Complete a professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the school district.
• Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community, and maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.
• Serve as a role model in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on committees and participate in school activities in a professionally responsible manner.
• Identify the maintenance needs of the amplification and communication equipment used by students at school.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certificate/license issued by the State of Ohio to practice speech/language pathology in the public schools.
• Membership in a professional association related to speech/language, preferred.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Normal hearing and the ability to communicate articulately and fluently in English.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic audiometry, including screening, threshold testing and speech audiometry.
• Knowledge of the operation of amplification and communication devices.
• Thorough knowledge of pertinent assessments and therapy methods for all speech/language disabilities that may occur in school age children, or a willingness to become informed of such.
• Ability to lead conferences.
• Well-developed problem solving and organizational skills.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Computer/printer.
• Various office machines; for example, laminators and copiers.
• Audiometer.
• Various communication devices; for example, amplification systems, artificial voices, recording equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potential exposure to blood or other bodily fluids and tissue.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to come to school on all scheduled days, except calamity days.
• Possibility of frequent travel between buildings, and occasional travel to workshops and schools outside the district.
• Potential interaction with unruly children and distraught or angry adults.
• Must be available for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms; for example, I.E.P. meetings.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, hear, read.
• Occasional requirement to lift, push, pull and carry various supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract
• Salary and Fringe Benefits: Based on Current Negotiated Salary and Benefit Schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application.

If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.

The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.

Posted Internally: July 3, 2025
Internal Application Deadline: July 14, 2025