Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech And Language Pathologist

Location: Thorne Elementary School

Reports To: Building Principal and Director of Special Services

Compensation: According to the current contract with MEA/NEA

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Michigan Public School Retirement Plan

Professional Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology, or a related field, is required
• Certification-Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Current license through Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
• Demonstrates knowledge of Special Education rules, guidelines and procedures

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized, group and individualized speech/language instruction to Special Education students in general education through push-in and pull-out service delivery models
• Adhere to Michigan's speech/language guidelines for eligibility, service delivery and exit criteria
• Provide consultative support to the general education teachers through routinely scheduled consultation related to the progress of identified students
• Manage student behaviors and maximize student engagement/achievement
• Facilitate open, continuous communication with general education staff, administrators and parents
• Develop, coordinate and conduct REEDs, METs, and IEPs
• Administer and interpret comprehensive speech/language testing for annual and three-year reevaluations utilizing standard and nonstandard assessment procedures
• Familiarity and participation in the student support team process
• Maintain accurate and complete records, according to district policies/procedures and IDEA law
• Collaborate with early intervention providers, such as Head Start and Stottlemeyer
• Attend all Special Education and building staff meetings and professional development
• Participate in building and/or district committees
• Adhere to policies of the Westwood Community Board of Education
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Director or Building Principal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
• Ability to effectively use Google and the student information system MiStar
• Ability to take accurate and timely attendance
• Ability to update grades no later than 2 days after an assignment has been given to students
• Ability to check and respond to email at least 3 times a day - before school, during prep, and after school

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies, which requires bending, stooping and lifting.
• The employee must be able to use a variety of instructional materials in the classroom.
• The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects.
• The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls.
• The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time.
• The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid.
• The employee must be able to move about the assigned location unaided during the day.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment will vary and can range from soft to loud. Often the noise level in the work environment will be moderate to loud.
• The employee is required to interact with students, staff, parents/guardians and occasionally with the public.
• At times, the employee may be directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated in accordance with District guidelines.

Effective Date: August 18, 2026

Application Procedure: All applicants must complete an online application. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.