Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathologist

The Speech and Language Pathologist provides services to students, staff and families that improve and develop the use of speech and language for eligible students with disabilities.

Conducts and provides written evaluations to suspected students with disabilities or students enrolled in special education in the areas of speech, voice, language and oral motor skills; Provides direct one-on-one and group speech and language services to eligible students with disabilities; Provides consultation to staff and parents/guardians regarding speech and language services, including use of augmentative communication systems and devices related to the individual needs of students; Develops and writes annual goals and short-term instructional objectives for students assigned to the caseload; Attends and participates in in Individualized Education Program Team Meetings (IEPT); Complies and maintains records, written reports and other documentation for students assigned to the caseload; Works as a team member with instructional and ancillary staff to refer eligible students for speech and language services; Works as a team member with instructional staff and parents/guardians to refer eligible students to outside agencies and other community resources; Assumes primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining equipment and supplies for speech and language services; Provides in-service information and training to staff for the integration of language development into daily classroom instruction; Consults, counsels and collaborates with parents, school personnel, students and appropriate community agencies regarding behavioral and educational concerns; Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in positive, supportive and cooperative ways; Participates in professional development, maintains appropriate certification and qualifications and keeps current in changing pedagogy; Participate in organizational quality; Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans; Keep in confidence all personal, student or personnel records and information; Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans; Adheres to district and school rules and procedures; Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism; Mandated Reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect; Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the position; Other duties as assigned as agreed by Administration.

Position supervises students.

Possess at least a Master's degree in speech and language pathology or a valid Michigan teacher's certificate with full approval in the speech and language impaired required; A valid Speech and Language Pathologist license from the State of Michigan or Educational Limited License with application of full SLP license upon completion of CFY; Certificate of Clinical Competence in the Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); Completion of one year of successful experience as a Speech and Language Pathologist in a school setting; Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable; Applicants must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan.

Knowledge of records administration and maintenance techniques and procedures; Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, Google, email, etc. is required; Knowledge of the organization and administration of local and state agencies and their services for pupils; Knowledge of a comprehensive understanding of personality development and the assessment of human behavior; Knowledge of a broad understanding of the psychology of learning and learning impairments of pupils; Skills to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders, both orally and in writing; Skills necessary to integrate and utilize district technology on a daily basis to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and or the needs of the district; Skills in the use of computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction in a networked environment utilizing the Internet and other electronic communication mechanisms; Skills in integrating data obtained from tests and from other sources of information through both written and oral communication; Skills in psychological report writing; Skill to interview, consult and counsel school personnel, parents, pupils, and others; Ability to communicate the psychological findings to professionals, parents, pupils and others in a meaningful manner; Ability to set and meet goals evaluated through ongoing and annual Administrator feedback and achievement of objectives and agreed upon professional/personal goals; Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts; Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be mutually agreed upon by the Board of Education and the Romeo Education Association.

The ADA defines "reasonable accommodation" as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer. Examples of reasonable accommodations may include: Additional modifying equipment or devices; modified work schedules; providing an interpreter; or making the work environment readily accessible to individuals with disabilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is often required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings and to training may be required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this positon.

Romeo Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The district will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment of any basis prohibited by law. Improper interference with the ability of Romeo Community Schools employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Concerns or questions should be filed with the Office of Human Resources.