Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Employment Term: Academic SY

Supervisor: Director of Educational Services

Classification: Certified

* This is a part-time position.

Job Summary

To provide direct or consultative services to students to help reduce or eliminate disabilities related to speech and/or language in order to derive full benefit from the district's educational programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing, and referring students with suspected and identified speech and language impairments.
• Conducts a thorough screening, assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, and language impairments; interprets results to parents and teachers and writes appropriate recommendations and reports.
• Develops, implements, and monitors IEPs for students eligible for speech and language services.
• Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community, as appropriate.
• Provides appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual student needs and correct existing speech and/or language dysfunction.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities.
• Provides information and support to parents and families when appropriate.
• Provides in-service education and serves as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech services.
• Keeps thorough ongoing records for the individual student receiving therapy or other school provided speech services.
• Participates in professional growth activities and keeps abreast of new developments in the field.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certification in Clinical Competence.
• Arizona Standard Speech-Language Certification.
• Level One IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Core Competencies: Compassion, Initiative, Leadership, Accountability

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

About Us

We have a great group of dedicated staff and hard-working students who work together to achieve academic success within our district. Our campuses are located in Wittmann and Surprise, Arizona, where we value and invest in our local community. Our Mission is to graduate all students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics necessary to succeed in the colleges or careers of their choice. Our Vision is to provide a quality education for every student, every day.

Notices

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. NUSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the district office at View phone number on click.appcast.io at least 3 days in advance.

What You'll Love About Us

Our rural community offers a close-knit feel. We offer job-embedded professional development and career pathways. We have an exciting STEM program with amazing community partners. Our University partners offer discounted tuition. Discounted childcare is available for all employees.