Speech Language Pathologist

JOB REQUIREMENTS Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Participates in speech/language screenings when they are held. Screens referrals from teachers, principals, parents, and special service personnel and make referrals as needed. Develops an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for all students on the caseload following the DPI criteria and using input from teachers and parents. Selects, prepares and uses materials for implementing the IEP including materials for classroom, and home activities when relevant. Plans and implements educationally relevant therapy using a logical sequence of activities. Establishes and maintains a positive, organized and safe learning environment using appropriate and effective behavior management. Assists in the enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and School Board policies. Uses technology resources effectively. Reevaluates students enrolled in the speech and language program as required by DPI. Assesses student progress and communicates that information knowledgeably and responsibly to students, parents, and professional staff. Fosters student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others. Recognizes overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting action. Consults with teachers about classroom modifications and be a resource for information about speech and language development and disorders. Participates in appropriate activities for the continuing improvement of Professional Knowledge And Skills. Attends Meetings As Required. Keeps abreast of relevant laws, rules and policies. Provides training and/or information for parents, teachers, and administrators. Establishes and maintains a positive, collaborative relationship with student's families to increase student achievement. Performs other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position and other duties as directed by the Director of Special Education. Maintains case records containing pertinent, accurate and current information; prepare correspondence, reports and other records as required. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities, but contributes to the oversight and guidance to professional and para-professional, in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of techniques, methods and principles utilized in speech and language therapy. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the application and interpretation of department policies and regulations. Ability to make independent decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, co-workers, other agencies and the public. Ability to provide complex services in accordance with principles common to the specialty of the employee. Ability to apply laws of confidentiality appropriately. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr