Speech Language Pathologist

AREA(S):

EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

POSITION SUMMARY:

A person assigned to this position provides evaluations, therapy, and consultative services to students to encourage further development in his/her communication in the educational setting. This position is under the supervision of the assigned administrator.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education – Master’s level Speech-Language Pathologist with either a Florida Department of Education (FDOE) certification (Section 1012.56 (F.S.), Educator certification requirements State of Board of Education Rule 6A-4.0176, F.A.C.) or a Florida Department of Health (DOH) license (Chapter 468, Part I- Florida Statutes). Experience - Computer Skills – Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoors/Outdoors The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: NOTE:

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in a position allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. May provide services in the following areas: Attend problem-solving team meetings as needed. Diagnostic services as required at each school beyond the universal screening process or as a result of a referral. Provide therapy or consultative services to the students eligible in the following areas: Speech sound disorder-phonological or articulation. Fluency disorder-characterized by deviations in continuity, smoothness, rhythm, or effort in spoken communication. Voice disorder- atypical production or absence of vocal quality, pitch, loudness, resonance, or duration of phonation. Language impairment- difficulties in one or more of the following areas: Listening comprehension. Oral expression. Social interaction. Emergent literacy skills (PK age). Written expression (KG and older). Phonological processing (KG and older). Reading comprehension (KG and older). Complete paperwork in the following areas: Medicaid for eligible students. Therapy documentation. Consultation/learning management paperwork. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or private school service plan (SP) paperwork. Evaluation reports. Therapy progress reports. Attend IEP or Service Plan meetings as needed. Perform related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Some positions typically require certain knowledge, skills, aptitude, training, and previous experience. Example: Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing. Exhibit good listening and comprehension skills. Keep others adequately informed. Select and use appropriate communication methods. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems. Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

L-Light Work – Required to push, pull or lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marion County Public Schools