Speech Language Pathologist Intern

Speech/Language Pathologist

Education/Certification Required: Master's degree in speech/language pathologist from an accredited college or university. Valid Texas license as a speech/language pathologist intern granted by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Good communication skills. Skills in the tests and measurements used to assess communication disorders and conditions. Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech/language disorders conditions. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned. Technology Proficiency: Level 2- Proficient (In): Applied use of computer operations, applied use of software productivity tools (i.e., Microsoft Office), applied use of e-mail, applied use of printers, applied use of job-related financial and student management systems, applied use of multimedia tools, applied use of electronic file management, applied use of technology applications TEKS CCISD Acceptable Use Policy and Technology Ethics/Etiquette.

Experience: None

Function: The Speech/Language Pathologist and Interns plan and provides speech/language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assesses students, and provides therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. The Pathologist provides summer speech services for students who receive extended school year and compensatory services as assigned.

Responsibilities: Plans and provides appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Evaluates student progress, and determines readiness for termination of therapy services. Conducts independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services. Develops clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data. Participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings regarding interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions involving District policies. Counsels and involves parent(s)/guardian(s) in the remedial process. Collaborates with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve communication skills of students. Provides professional development in assigned schools to assist school personnel to identify and understand communication deficits in students. Communicates effectively with colleagues, students, and parent(s)/guardian(s) regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of students. Creates an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Establishes control and administers discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook. Develops and coordinates a continuing evaluation of speech/language pathology services and implements changes based on the findings. Assists in the selection of materials, equipment, and instructional materials. Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents required. Provides additional summer speech services to District special education students who have been identified for summer speech services. Complies with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and Board policy. Maintains a positive and effective relationship with supervisors. Complies with all District and campus routines and regulations. Develops needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment. Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. Performs other duties as assigned by the campus principal, Coordinator for Special Education for the Coordinator for Regional Day School Program for the deaf and the Director for Special Education.

Working Conditions: Communicates effectively in oral and written form. Ability to instruct/teach. Maintains emotional control under stress. Regular District-wide travel. Moderate lifting and carrying of students.