Speech/Language Pathologists for the 26/27 School Year

Speech/Language Pathologist

SEDOL Overview Welcome to the Special Education District of Lake County. SEDOL is a cooperative educational system working with 31 local school districts to serve their students facing physical, emotional, and other learning challenges. Our mission is to provide "Exceptional Services for Exceptional Students by Exceptional Staff". Our Beliefs All persons shall be valued and treated with respect and dignity; All students can succeed; Students shall be educated in or as close to their home school as appropriate; Students shall be provided services based upon their individual needs; Quality educational services shall be made available to all students; and, Schools, families, and communities shall work cooperatively to provide and promote appropriate educational services for all students.

Description: The Speech/Language Pathologist is employed over a school calendar year and up to 185 days. The Speech/Language Pathologist serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, provides consultation, evaluation, and direct service to students eligible for Speech/Language services.

Qualifications: A Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology (Teaching or Non-Teaching) Valid Illinois Professional Education License (PEL) Speech-Language Pathologist may hold a Speech-Language Pathology license in accordance with Illinois PA 85-139. May hold a Clinical Competency Certificate from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Areas of Responsibility:

• Utilize appropriate formal and informal diagnostic procedures from a variety of sources to complete evaluations
• Determine type and severity of disorders in all areas of communication and the amount of service utilizing the current SLP eligibility
• Provide input to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) concerning annual goal and benchmarks for each child's current level of functioning, and to support the curriculum
• Monitor and submit student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals
• Demonstrate knowledge of child development by providing relevant intervention according to the IEP and educational best practices
• Plan intervention and prepare therapy materials to meet individual student needs and developmental levels
• Provide direct and consultative therapeutic services to support the student's Individualized Educational Plan, including identified goals and objectives
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents in order to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs
• Maintain records and information concerning individual students in the prescribed confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for which they are maintained according to FERPA guidelines
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of addressing student goals and needs, and to meet laws and policies
• Oral and written communications are professional, clearly understood, and accurate. Paperwork is submitted within expected timelines
• Complete all mandatory trainings and follow protocols consistent with state and district guidelines
• Maintain consistent attendance and regular work hours as specified by assignment
• Perform related duties as assigned by administration in accordance with school district policies and procedures
• Assist the Educational Team with integrating assistive technology into the student's curriculum for communication
• Other duties as assigned by administration for the betterment of the organization

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
• Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting communication assessments
• Knowledge of and skills in best practice intervention specific to various disabilities
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform intervention for student growth
• Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping
• Skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction

Salary: $45,381 - $73,381 (25-26 rates due to current negotiations of bargaining agreement), based on education and experience. Benefits: paid sick and personal leave, paid single health insurance, and other locally competitive benefits.