A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
Speech Language Pathologist
Watertown School District 14-4 (SD)
Watertown School District - Watertown, South Dakota Job Details
Job ID:
5612285
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology and South Dakota specialist certification. Speech Language Pathologists who are currently working in a SD school and have state certification may be employed by the district at the current BA or BS level, but must have a Masters Degree by 2020.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT AND HOURS OF DUTY
8:00-4:00 daily, school calendar term
JOB SUMMARY
To provide speech/language therapy services for individuals from birth to twenty-one years who are identified with communications disorders.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and prepares for students on caseloads.
Develops written IEPs for each student.
Follows state regulations regarding continuing education requirements.
Remains up-to-date with current research and therapy techniques.
Administers and interprets appropriate diagnostic testing, identifies students' areas of strength and need, and monitors student progress on a regular basis.
Manages and/or collaborates in conferences covering student eligibility, placement, IEP development, and annual reviews.
Develops and maintains an environment conducive to effective learning, utilizes effective methods, and employs a variety of techniques appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of the student.
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law and by Watertown School District guidelines.
Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and advises on the prevention of communication disorders related to language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, swallowing, speech articulation, and hearing.
Collaborates with appropriate professional staff regarding student educational and therapy programs.
Participates in and observes classroom activities of students on caseload.
Works to establish and maintain open, positive lines of communication with students, parents, and staff concerning speech/language therapy.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Watertown School District.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be determined in accordance with provisions of the evaluation policy and procedures of the school board.
PUBLIC DEMANDS
Presents a pro-active and positive image of the school, students, and staff and fosters the district mission of enabling all students to succeed in an ever-changing world.
