Speech Language Pathologist SPED

JOB SUMMARY: Help students with a wide range of speech-language-related issues to meet performance standards. Their work includes prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design efforts that are integrated within a school.

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Will serve as Teacher of Record for students with primary speech/language impairments and Teacher of Service for students with secondary speech/language impairments
• Communicate with parents on a mutually agreed upon time for case conferences
• Participates in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including measurable goals and objectives for each student's needs as applicable to the educational setting
• Bill Medicaid
• Identifies/selects appropriate materials and equipment for therapy
• Establish schedules for therapy sessions
• Establish and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures
• Maintain accurate daily records and data collection to document students' attendance, progress, including requirements for Medicaid.
• Manages time, materials, and equipment effectively
• Create materials for students who have very specialized needs
• Establishes and maintains a positive, organized, and safe environment for students
• Uses technology resources effectively
• Conducts comprehensive evaluations and completes progress reports.
• Re-evaluates short-term objectives and writes new ones as needed.
• Provides direct speech therapy using materials specific to the communication disorder(s)
• Provides functional suggestions to teachers and parents regarding the student's therapy program
• Provide direct and/or consult services for students with speech/language services in the IEP
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community agencies.
• Attends IEP meetings and other student-related conferences as determined necessary
• Participates in training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues while maintaining professional certification and/or licensure
• Promotes and supports the professional growth of self and others
• Keeps well informed about current trends and best practices in the area of Speech Language Pathology
• Maintains a network of peer contacts through professional organization
• Models professional and ethical conduct at all times
• Performs all professional responsibilities
• Maintains confidentiality of student and other professional information
• Complies with policies, procedures, and programs
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned which are necessary for the daily operation of the school program

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
• Possess an Indiana License as a Speech and Language Pathologist
• One (1) year of experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)/Assistive Technology (AT) experience is a plus.
• Qualifications may vary from the above requirements to such a degree as the Superintendent and Board determine is necessary and appropriate to ensure properly qualified personnel in each specialized assignment.
• The position covers multiple school buildings and sites and requires use of personal vehicles for travel with mileage reimbursement.

EFFECTIVE: 2025-26 school year, 187 days

ASSIGNMENT: Full Time

Medical/dental/vision insurance, short term life insurance policy, retirement plan, paid time off.