Speech Language Pathologist (3 vacancies available)

Speech Language Pathologist

POSITION SUMMARY: The speech language pathologist will assess and provide intervention to ensure student success and promote an exemplary educational program which fosters achievement for all students. Develop and promote good relations among community and school clientele.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure team understanding of speech-language needs of students. Work with the team to optimize student success. Utilize diagnostic assessments to assess and provide intervention services to students who exhibit communication disorders that impact achievement and social functioning behavior (including articulation, receptive/expressive language, auditory processing, fluency, voice, written language, and literacy). Monitor progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. Assess and provide intervention to English language learners. Create a learning environment characterized by effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, instructional groups, transition materials, and supplies). Apply various intervention models (push-in or pull-out). Implement knowledge of content area, teaching methodologies, learning styles, and educational research related to students of all levels and abilities. Design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources within the speech-language field to maximize learning in context and develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with 21st Century learning. Utilize phonemic awareness and literacy interventions (multi-sensory reading, reading comprehension, etc.). Use assessment data for evaluation and refinement of instructional practices. When appropriate, provide small group and individualized services to all levels (cognitive delay, autism, learning disabled, emotionally disabled, and speech-language eligible students). Provide quality, accurate, constructive, corrective, specific, and timely feedback to students to encourage them to perform at their highest level. Effectively communicate with parents and regular education staff about communication disorders at IEP meetings and conferences. Utilize technology and/or other avenues to communicate with stakeholders (e.g., website, podcasts). Establish student, staff, and parental rapport to enable a proactive response to potential problems. Teach, monitor, and collaborate with educational personnel, community agencies, parents, and students to increase understanding of the student's speech and language needs. Demonstrate knowledge of normal and deviant development of receptive, expressive, and pragmatic language, articulation, fluency, and voice. Participate in continuing education for professional development to ensure practices are consistent with best practices. Use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions. Use professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice. Notify the Principal and Director of Student Services of any failure to implement the requirements of assigned students' IEPs. Maintain student records and Medicaid documentation. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervision of support personnel involves conducting supervisory duties in accordance with the organization's policies and relevant laws. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, participating in interviews, providing training and development opportunities, assigning and directing work, offering performance feedback, and addressing complaints to resolve issues.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently. Manage and maintain inventory of equipment and assessments. Project needs for budget planning. Maintain clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy. Review services for improvements and make changes as needed to ensure quality of services.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology. English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process and licensure.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Colorado Driver's License. Valid Colorado Special Services License, Speech-Language Pathologist endorsed. Hold an active National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program) account and provide NPI and Health First Colorado account information to the District Medicaid Coordinator. Current ASHA Certification (preferred).

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change. Possesses computer and technology skills. Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities. Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers. Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions. Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision. Communicates effectively with the School District community. Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions. Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information. Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality. Upholds a generally positive attitude. Complies with all District policies and procedures. Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds. Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds. Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing. Occasional bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO: Principal and Executive Director of Student Services.

LOCATION: Cherrelyn Elementary

SALARY: Salary placement ranges from $60,522 to $105,191 and is determined based on education, years of experience, and the Negotiated Agreement. The most current Licensed Salary Schedule is posted on the Englewood Schools Career webpage. The salary amounts listed in this job description reflect a full-time (1.0 FTE), full school-year assignment. Compensation for appointments that are less than 1.0 FTE and/or less than a full school year will be prorated accordingly. Englewood Schools accepts up to 19 years of verified experience. Per the Negotiated Agreement, Special Service Providers will be granted outside experience for state, agency, or private clinical or hospital employment only if they were appropriately licensed and half or more of their primary responsibilities involved pre-kindergarten through 12th grade-aged students or other relevant work that specifically translates to a connection with the serviced student population in the District. In addition, Special Service Providers will receive an annual stipend in the amount of $1000 paid in the last paycheck of the school year for obtaining and maintaining certification as outlined in Article 7.6 of the Negotiated Agreement.

BENEFITS: At Englewood Schools, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security. For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools, please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the District's website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. Per the negotiated agreement, all licensed staff that start after student first day are temporary. Any teacher who enters into an Employment Contract with the District for at least a half-time, but less than a full-time, teaching position shall receive the same proportion of the fringe benefits described in Article 9.1 through 9.4 above as the percentage of such contract bears to a full-time contract.

CLOSING DATE: This position will close 5 days from the date of the posting or once the vacancy has been filled.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.