Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech And Language Pathologist

Location: Thorne Elementary School

Reports To: Building Principal and Director of Special Services

Compensation: According to the current contract with MEA/NEA

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Michigan Public School Retirement Plan

Posting Dates: May 4, 2026 Until Filled

Professional Qualifications

Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology, or a related field, is required

Certification-Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Current license through Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Demonstrates knowledge of Special Education rules, guidelines and procedures

Key Responsibilities

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Provide specialized, group and individualized speech/language instruction to Special Education students in general education through push-in and pull-out service delivery models
• Adhere to Michigan's speech/language guidelines for eligibility, service delivery and exit criteria
• Provide consultative support to the general education teachers through routinely scheduled consultation related to the progress of identified students
• Manage student behaviors and maximize student engagement/achievement
• Facilitate open, continuous communication with general education staff, administrators and parents
• Develop, coordinate and conduct REEDs, METs, and IEPs
• Administer and interpret comprehensive speech/language testing for annual and three-year reevaluations utilizing standard and nonstandard assessment procedures
• Maintain accurate and complete records, according to district policies/procedures and IDEA law
• Collaborate with early intervention providers, such as Head Start and Stottlemeyer
• Attend all Special Education and building staff meetings and professional development
• Participate in building and/or district committees
• Adhere to policies of the Westwood Community Board of Education
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Director or Building Principal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
• Ability to effectively use Google and the student information system MiStar
• Ability to take accurate and timely attendance
• Ability to update grades no later than 2 days after an assignment has been given to students
• Ability to check and respond to email at least 3 times a day - before school, during prep, and after school

Physical Demands:

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies, which requires bending, stooping and lifting. The employee must be able to use a variety of instructional materials in the classroom. The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects. The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls. The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time. The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid. The employee must be able to move about the assigned location unaided during the day.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: The noise level in the work environment will vary and can range from soft to loud. Often the noise level in the work environment will be moderate to loud. The employee is required to interact with students, staff, parents/guardians and occasionally with the public. At times, the employee may be directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated in accordance with District guidelines.

Effective Date: August 18, 2026

Application Procedure: All applicants must complete an online application. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.