SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Speech And Language Pathologist

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential duties:

• Provide direct one-on-one and group speech and languages services to eligible students.
• Conduct and provide written evaluations to suspected disabled students or special education students in the areas of speech, voice, language and oral motor skills.
• Provide consultation with staff and parents/guardians regarding speech and language services, including use of augmentative communication systems and devices related to the individual needs of students.
• Develop and write annual goals and short-term instructional objectives for students assigned to the caseload.
• Attend and participate in MET's and IEPs as requested.
• Compile and maintain records and written reports for students assigned to the caseload.
• Work as a team member with instructional staff and parents/guardians to refer eligible students to outside agencies and other community services.

Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining equipment and supplies for speech and language services.

Provide in-service information and training to staff for the integration of language development into daily classroom instruction.

Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation required.

Maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance expected.

Follow work rules.

Adhere to MCISD guidelines and policies.

Assumes other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Master's Degree in speech and language pathology, required.

Certification/Licensure:

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Michigan licensure

Experience:

• Previous experience with disabled students and augmentative systems and devices.
• Previous experience in school setting, preferred.

Skills/Other:

• Ability to work with individuals and groups.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated understanding of and initiative to work with students, staff and parents.

Working conditions:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently walking and standing. The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as reading typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs. The employee will be required to physically manage students.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.