Part-Time Preschool Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description Preschool Speech Language Pathologist - Part Time (0.5 FTE) The speech language pathologist creates and implements documented IEP plans, protocols, and services. This position is responsible for providing direct speech instruction, documenting student progress toward meeting established objectives, and reporting out this information to parents and District members of the IEP team. The speech language pathologist provides direct instruction to preschool students, prepares materials and performs clerical duties related to the documentation of services, prepares therapy materials and/or equipment for use in the classroom, adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student need and ability, and provides oversight of speech assistants. Position Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education and the Main Street School Principal. This individual will provide recommendations, programming, direct services, conduct evaluations, and write reports. A successful candidate must hold certification as a speech language pathologist. The individual should understand the special education process, possess strong writing and grammar skills, and be able to use word processing. Essential Job Functions Works with preschool students individually or in small groups to provide direct instruction, conduct progress monitoring and complete speech language evaluations. Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and reevaluation process. Participate in the development of student IEP's. Produce accurate progress reports based on clear data. Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning the needs of students and special services that are available. Monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions. Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students. Develop speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. Collaborate with related services staff and carry out services as ordered. Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of working with students in an evaluation situation. Require current certification as speech language pathologist. Equipment Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers, copiers, and AAC devices. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to complete duties. Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel). Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and students. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Ability to establish a rapport with students in order to provide instruction and progress monitoring. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work. Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor and IEP team members. Effective writing and verbal communication skills. Physical and Mental Demands / Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments. Observe student responses for conducting evaluations and student observations. General writing abilities to create clear, concise, and grammatically correct reports. Use word processing to create assessment reports. Attend team meetings to verbally present results of evaluations. Requires prolonged sitting or standing. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials. Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. EEO Statement It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education