Speech/Language Therapist

Specialized Services Required

The selected professional will be expected to provide specialized professional therapy, evaluations and remediation for a variety of disorders and/or delays (e.g. articulation disorders, cognitive impairments or delays, social language use or pragmatic disorders, expressive and receptive language impairments or delays, fluency/stuttering, voice disorders, auditory processing disorder, oral motor and oral feeding issues, dysphagia, etc.).

When appropriate, goals and objectives for intervention deemed will be developed, and input into the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) will be expected. The SLS will be expected to provide specialized professional therapy during the entire year as outlined in each student's IEP with the understanding that the goal of the school-based Speech and Language Therapy is to support and maximize educational participation in class.

The SLS will also be expected to perform evaluations, including observation of the student in school settings and home settings if required. Formal reports are written based on standardized testing and observation and will be expected to be completed in adherence with state and district timelines. The SLS will also review reports from other SLSs and make recommendations based on the report. When deemed appropriate, provide informal appraisals of student needs as a member of the IEP Team and/or I&RS Committee.

The SLS can provide direct or consultative service. Direct services include individual, small group session, or integrated in-class activities. Consultative services include but are not limited to observation of the student, review of work samples, consultation with parents and teachers, and participation in meetings and, as needed, recommend equipment/materials and obtain measurements for equipment in a timely manner to assist the district in obtaining competitive quotes for necessary specialized equipment/materials.

The SLS may be asked to participate in the district's parent/teacher conferences, applicable parent clinics, and/or offer professional development training.

License Department of Education Certificate

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.