Speech-Language Pathologist - SPED Dept.

Speech-Language Pathologist - SPED Dept. Dayton Independent School District, Special Education, 800 - Dayton, Texas. Job ID: 5705514 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Primary Purpose Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Qualifications Education/Certification: Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university, or Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate. Texas license: Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA), or the above. Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to use accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions; knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions; ability to instruct and manage student behavior; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience: One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience. Major Responsibilities and Duties Therapy Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy consistent with speech and language goals in IEPs. Evaluate student progress and make determinations regarding therapy services. Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. Consultation Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding therapy goals, student needs, and involvement in remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help staff identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits. Create an environment conducive to learning appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on findings. Participate in selection of equipment and instructional materials. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and required documents. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and board policy. Comply with district and campus routines and regulations. May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistants or speech aides. Supervisory Responsibilities May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistants or speech aides. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals. Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension. Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non‑ambulatory students; high stress and fast‑paced. Position Type Full‑Time Salary $62,513 to $75,046 (10‑Month) #J-18808-Ljbffr