Speech Therapist Position Available In Sunflower, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Speech Therapist position at Sunflower County School District in Indianola, Mississippi requires a valid license and the ability to lift 10 pounds. Responsibilities include identifying and servicing children with communication disorders, conducting assessments, collaborating with educators, and maintaining accurate documentation. This full-time role reports to the Exceptional Education Director and principals.
Job Description
Speech Therapist
Sunflower County School District
Sunflower County Consolidated School District – Indianola, Mississippi This job is also posted in Sunflower County School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5015906
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Apr 9, 2025
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2025
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
A valid license to practice as a language/speech pathologist
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Good physical condition with the ability to lift 10 pounds
215 or 216 Endorsement
REPORTS TO
Exceptional Education Director and principals
SUPERVISES
N/A
JOB GOAL:
Identify and service all children with communication disorders, which will include the evaluation, diagnosis, and remediation of language, articulation, voice, fluency and hearing disorders
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Meet and instruct individuals and groups in the location and at times designated
Develop and maintain a classroom conducive to effective learning by organizing time, space, materials, equipment, activities, etc. to take into account differences in capabilities, learning styles, and rate of learning
Complete necessary special services forms needed for a referral to placement process (permission, interviews, screening, etc.)
Administer and interpret assessment tests for students recommended for the EE program
Screen hearing and speech/language of students in kindergarten and head start centers
Conduct parent interviews for initial testing permission, placement, etc.
Evaluate language, articulation, voice, and fluency
Serve as a member of the Multidisciplinary Eligibility/Evaluation Team (MEET) when appropriate
Work with the regular and Exceptional Education teachers to plan curriculum for multi-handicapped children
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter being taught, while employing a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals/groups involved
Develop and maintain students’ IEP and IEP folders with appropriate documentation
Provide appropriate paperwork to the district office
Assume additional responsibilities when deemed necessary by the Exceptional Education Director or Superintendent
Position Type:
Full-Time
