Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary:

To provide identification, intervention, and special services to students with language, speech, and hearing disorders to help reduce or eliminate speech and hearing impediments that may interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the district's educational program.

Essential Qualifications :

Education, Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Skills, etc: Pupil Personnel Services Certificate with appropriate endorsements, such as Speech-Language Pathologist Master's degree required at a minimum Ability to effectively apply the principles of assessment, treatment, and prevention of speech, language, and hearing disorders Demonstrated knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology Works well with students, staff, and the public Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal, and communication skills Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Experience :

Experience working successfully with a diverse group of students. Demonstrated ability to create a student-centered learning environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and creativity to support student achievement. Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with all assigned students and maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians. Experience which reflects the sensitivity and respect for others and verification of the demonstrated ability to serve as a positive role model for youth. Experience working successfully with a diverse group of students. Demonstrated ability to create a student-centered learning environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and creativity to support student achievement. Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with all assigned students and maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians. Experience which reflects the sensitivity and respect for others and verification of the demonstrated ability to serve as a positive role model for youth.

Health:

Good physical health. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. 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 regularly required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to move quickly enough to provide for the safety and instructional needs of students. Must be physically active and interactive throughout the school day (i.e. be able to stand for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, do some lifting, push, pull, step and have good finger dexterity, etc). Must have emotional coping skills appropriate for the management of student behavior. Must tolerate environmental smells and substances commonly associated with children and educational institutions, as well as seasonal air conditions within the community.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Providing Direct Services to Students Utilize assessment procedures, techniques, and standardized tests necessary for thorough and accurate diagnosis of speech, language and/or hearing disorders Plan, prepare, and deliver treatment programs for children with speech and language deficiencies Plan and conduct teacher/parent conferences when needed Inform parents and teachers of results of language, speech, and hearing diagnostic evaluation Assist parents in improving their skills in working with their child's speech and language delays Provide direct therapy based on individual needs Conduct ongoing evaluation of all children in the program to determine appropriateness of their program Assist in the referral of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community Child Study Team and IEP Responsibilities Provide diagnostic evaluations of pupils referred to the child study team for communication disorders, and participate in team conferences related to those pupils Develop and implement an individualized educational program (IEP) in conjunction with parents and teachers of pupils who are eligible for speech correction, and identify pupils in need of related services Formulate long-term goals and short-term instructional objectives to be included in a student's IEP, Total Service Plan, and Instructional Implementation Plan Maintain a close relationship with the child study team and serve as a case manager as assigned May participate in the child study team Provide individual and small group intervention sessions with students who have been classified Other Conduct classes in language stimulation Keep records necessary for each child and complete all required local, state, and federal reports Participate in the development and improvement of opportunities for students with disabilities by providing individual or group in-service experiences for staff and parents Familiarize principals, teachers, and other school personnel with language, speech and hearing services Submit reports to the Director of Special Services upon request Assist teachers in developing language and speech programs to be carried out in the classroom Address community groups concerning communication disorders upon request Acts as an educational consultant to classroom teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators as required Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education Seek assistance should emergencies arise Represent the school district in a positive manner Know and follow school district policy and chain of command Perform other duties as assigned

Evaluation :

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the building principal in conformance with district policy and

IDAPA 08.02.02.120.

Terms of Employment :

By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

Note :

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference:

I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools I.C. § 33-513 Professional Personnel I.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts I.C. § 33-1201 Certificate Required I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance

IDAPA 08.02.02.022

Endorsements

A-D IDAPA 08.02.02.023

Endorsements

E-L IDAPA 08.02.02.0234

Endorsements

M-Z IDAPA 08.02.02.120

Local District Evaluation Policy—

Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders Pay:

$51,508.00 - $69,527.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person