Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist

KLAMATH COUNTY SD

District Office - Klamath Falls, Oregon This job is also posted in

KLAMATH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Details

Job ID:

4424531

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description Join our team of Speech and Language Pathologists in beautiful Klamath County. Enjoy four seasons and expansive opportunities for outdoor recreation. Not to mention we are only an hour away from Ashland should you want to take in the world-renowned Shakespeare festival. In addition, the Klamath County School District will pay your ASHA dues as well as Oregon SLP Board licensing fee. The district provides support for continuing education and opportunities to attend conferences. We hope that you will consider joining a dynamic and professional team committed to serving the needs of Klamath County students. Working in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents and students, shall be responsible for providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders helping students to adjust and access the general education curriculum. Physical ability to adhere to OSHA and district safety regulations. Work within the district's communicable disease control plan (blood borne pathogens) and be aware of the existence and potential exposure to hazardous chemicals as identified on the SDS sheets. Responsibilities include student safety and security.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

DOMAIN 1: Planning and Preparation 1a: Demonstrating knowledge and skill in the specialist therapy area; holding the relevant certificate or license 1b: Establishing goals for the therapy program appropriate to the setting and the students served 1c: Demonstrating knowledge of district, state, and federal regulations and guidelines 1d: Demonstrating knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school and district 1e: Planning the therapy program, integrated with the regular school program, to meet the needs of individual students 1f: Developing a plan to evaluate the therapy program

DOMAIN 2

The Environment 2a: Establishing rapport with students 2b: Organizing time effectively 2c: Establishing and maintaining clear procedures for referrals 2d: Establishing standards of conduct in the testing center 2e: Organizing physical space for testing of students and storage of materials

DOMAIN 3

Delivery of Service 3a: Responding to referrals and evaluating student needs 3b: Developing and implementing treatment plans to maximize students' success 3c: Communicating with families 3d: Collecting information; writing reports 3e: Demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness

DOMAIN 4

Professional Responsibilities 4a: Reflecting on practice 4b: Collaborating with teachers and administrators 4c: Maintaining an effective data-management system 4d: Participating in a professional community 4e: Engaging in professional development 4f: Showing professionalism, including integrity, advocacy, and maintaining confidentiality

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide high quality speech-language therapy services to students according to students' IEPs 2. Conduct assessments, analyzing results, and writing reports to determine strengths and concerns in areas of speech, voice, fluency, pragmatics , and language 3. Develop IEPs that are strength-based as well as child centered for overall educational improvement 4. Ensure evaluations, IEPs, and service delivery align with district, state, and federal guidelines 5. Complete progress reports in timely manner and according to district policy 6. Keep current on best practices in speech and language therapy and language development 7. Contribute productively to the school as a whole 8. Assignment may require travel between schools 9. Pursue continuous professional growth. 10. Adheres to all standards established by Teachers Standards and Practices Commissions for Competent and Ethical Educator. 11. Adhere to all Oregon Administrative Rules related to licensed educators. 12. Maintain appropriate licenses and training hours as required. 13. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. 14. Other duties as assigned.

Position Type:

Full Time Job Requirements