Posting #11841 Substitute Speech Language Pathologist

Substitute Speech-Language Pathologist

Due to the increased demand for speech support services for students, there is a growing need for substitute Speech-Language Pathologists.

Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist Basic Function:

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Special Education, to provide language, speech and hearing services to students individually and in collaborative classroom settings.

Essential Job Functions:

• Serve as a resource for teachers in the area of speech and language.
• Assess students in speech and language to determine eligibility for services under identified State guidelines.
• Provide LSH services in collaborative classroom setting and individually when necessary.
• Provide support and monitor instructional assistants working with LSH program.
• Maintain accurate schedules, records of student progress and attendance.
• Conference with parents.
• Develop an IEP for each student.

Other Functions:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Ability to:

Relate to LSH service and support to the core curriculum. Communicate effectively with student, staff and parents. Maintain appropriate documentation. Administer and interpret testing. Adhere to goals and objectives identified on the IEP.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work at a desk and in meetings of various configurations.
• Ability to read printed matter and computer screens.
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
• Ability to understand speech at normal levels.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop and reach.
• Ability to drive a personal vehicle to conduct business.
• Ability to push, pull and transport instructional materials.

Credential:

Must possess a valid California Clinical or Rehabilitative Services credential authorizing service as a Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist.