Substitute Speech Language Pathologist

Substitute Speech Language Pathologist

Reports to: Superintendent of ELC or designee

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned)

• Responsible for providing diagnostic therapeutic services to students identified with speech/language impairments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the nature of speech and language disorders including the cognitive aspects of communication (attention, memory, sequencing, problem-solving, executive functioning), social aspects of communication (including challenging behavior, ineffective social skills, lack of communication opportunities), communication modalities (including oral, manual, augmentative, and alternative communication techniques and assistive technologies), the impact of hearing loss on the development of speech and language, second language acquisition and oral motor functioning and skills including feeding.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

• Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed for Speech and Language Pathology.
• Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
• Ability to travel within the member districts of the ELC.
• Experience with special education students preferred.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assess students' communication skills (e.g. articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs including augmentative and alternative communication interventions/supports for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Collaborate with staff and parents on issues related to oral motor skill development and daily functional needs including feeding for the purpose of providing information and implementation of student IEP goals.
• Collect, interpret, and synthesize evaluative information to make recommendations for speech/language interventions and services.
• Demonstrate knowledge of second language learning issues and how these factors impact second language acquisition; identify interventions appropriate to meet the needs of these students for the purpose providing appropriate speech and language services.
• Instruct eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies (e.g. hearing aids, FM systems, augmentative communication devices, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
• Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, screening results, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars and provide in-service training and consultation to staff and parents for the purpose of collaboration and professional development.
• Participate in Individualized Education Plans for assigned students and develop, monitor, and report on goals; determine needs, design interventions utilizing research based best practices, collect, analyze and report on data.
• Provide speech and language services using a variety of models (e.g. integrated therapy, small group, 1:1 direct service, etc.) when appropriate for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on students success.
• Utilize and make recommendations for technology and assistive technologies for the purpose of facilitating student communication access.
• Use professional skills for the diagnosis, remediation and treatment of speech and language disorders of students.
• Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Prepares and submits reports in a timely manner.
• When acting as case manager, completes all necessary paperwork in advance of the meeting, completes filing requirements, monitors implementation, and collaborates with the team.
• Develops, plans, adapts/modifies, sequences, and implements a variety of instructional activities to meet the students' individual goals/ objectives.

Application Process: Online applications are required ( Applicants should complete the electronic application process and upload a letter of interest, current resume, references and transcripts.

Physical Requirements:

While performing job, employee is required to:

• Climb Ladders - S - Kneel - F - Lift/Carry >50 lbs - S - Push/Pull >50 lbs - S - Talk - F
• Climb Stairs - F - Lift/Carry under 10 lbs - F - Push/Pull under 10 lbs - O - See - F - Twist - F
• Crawl - S - Lift/Carry 10-25 lbs - F - Push/Pull 10-25 lbs - S - Squat - F - Walk - F
• Hear - F - Lift/Carry 25-50 lbs - O - Push/Pull 25-50 lbs - S - Stoop/Bend - F