Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathologist

Classification: Exempt (Board-approved Work Calendar)

Salary: Approved Certified Compensation Plan

Reports To: Director of Exceptional Student Services and Principals

General Statement of Responsibilities: The job of "Speech/Language Pathologist" involves assessing students' speech development level; providing information for program development and student placement; improving students' performance; and providing information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel

• Assess students' communication skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice, etc.) for the purpose of determining their communication needs deficits and developing recommendations.
• Consult with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
• Facilitate meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals.
• Instruct students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits.
• Prepare documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations, and/or conveying information.
• Present information on various topics related to area of professional expertise for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment tissues.
• Research resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for students' speech and language services.
• Screen students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Skills to apply assessment instruments, interpret test data and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment instruments and their application, relevant education codes, state and district policies.
• Abilities to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan, work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students and community.
• Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation, and ability to sit for prolonged periods

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure for Speech Therapy Arizona Department of Education Certificate,
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card,
• Valid Driver's License.
• Prior job experience preferred. Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds).

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

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