Extended School Year SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

The Speech/Language Pathologist assists in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Speech/Language Pathologist must work closely with the staff and administration of the cooperative and school district.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district and cooperative guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district, cooperative, and community.
• Work effectively with community organizations.
• Appropriately operate all equipment as required.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and vision of the cooperative and school district.
• Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
• Monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions.
• Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for services.
• Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and reevaluation process.
• Participate in the development of student IEP's.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning the needs of students and special services that are available.
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.
• Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services.
• Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.
• Provide therapy, followup, and/or consultation based on student IEP's.
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
• Plan and implement transitional programs for students.
• Assist students in developing feelings of self worth and in making social adjustments which permit them to cope with disabilities.
• Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.
• Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies.
• Supervise and train staff members as assigned.
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.
• See that school district policies are observed during all activities.
• Obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Education, Certification, and Licensure:

• Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
• Speech Language Pathologist Licensure via Allied Health.

Other Knowledge & Skills:

• Physical demands of the job are as follows:
• Sitting: Frequent
• Standing: Occasional
• Lifting/Pushing/Pulling < 25lbs: Frequent
• Lifting/Pushing/Pulling 25lbs - 50lbs: Frequent
• Lifting/Pushing/Pulling > 50lbs: Occasional
• Stooping: Occasional
• Bending: Occasional
• Reaching: Frequent
• External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
• It is also anticipated that stress will be associated with this position primarily due to the demands of this position. It is necessary that the individual have the capacity to remain calm, considerate, and tactful under stressful and unanticipated situations.
• Individual must exercise a high level of confidentiality in handling staff and student information. Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.

The Claremont School District (SAU #6) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with NH RSA 189:13-a, any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive criminal background check and fingerprinting through the New Hampshire Department of Safety and the FBI. In accordance with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), the District provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.