Speech Language Pathologist

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more. Join the Muscogee County School District in "Creating We" in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community. WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. Position Title Speech Language Pathologist FLSA Exempt Salary SLP Salary Schedule Work Days 190 Location TBD Reports To Executive Director Program for Exceptional Students Primary Function Identifies, plans, and provides services to students who meet eligibility requirements for the speech-language program; communicates with professionals and parents regarding integration of speech and language goals into the classroom and home environments; and provides direction to Speech Language Pathologist Aides. Requirements Educational Level: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification Experience: None Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication, planning, organization Essential Duties Assesses students' communication skills to identify communication disorders, determine program eligibility and develop recommendations for treatment. Assures placement of students in the speech-language program and develops and implements speech-language goals/objectives on individualized education plans according to established procedures. Participates in IEP meetings. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals such as parents, teachers, physicians, administration, and other professionals in order to integrate speech-language goals into the classroom, other educational programs, and the home environment. Reports and maintains student data to assess progress and continuation or termination of services Instructs eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies such as hearing aids, FM systems, and augmentative communication devices. Participates in RTI process at local school level as needed. Reports information required for local, state, and federal programs. Participates in professional learning opportunities provided. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator. The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr