2024-25 School Year Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title:Speech Language Pathologist
Reports To: Superintendent/ Special Education Director
Classification: Certified
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CEA
GENERAL DUTIES
Screen, evaluate and identify eligible students for speech and language services; design and implement appropriate intervention strategies; collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule. Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers and significant others.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. A license by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology; or a license issued by the Teacher Standards and Practice Commission (TSPC) prior to July 1, 2016, and
2. Hold a Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA); or
3. Has completed the equivalent educational requirements and work experience necessary for the certificate; or
4. Has completed the academic program and is acquiring supervised work experience to qualify for the certificate
5. A Master's Degree in Speech and Language, Speech-Language Pathology, or Communication Disorders
6. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for on the job travel
7. The ability to follow oral and written instructions
8. The ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds
9. The ability to work harmoniously with others
10. Proficient oral and written communication skills in English
11. Proficient in use of computer and Internet based applications, including but not limited to email and systems applications
12. The ability to learn new automated systems as they are brought online by the District
13. Certificate of Clinical Competence or Clinical Fellowship Year candidate
14. Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
2. Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date
3. Follow site and/or District protocol for reporting absences
4. Maintain current licenses and/or certificates required for the position
5. Utilize the District's electronic systems and applications related to the job
6. Design and implement appropriate intervention strategies, including a broad array of service delivery models including application of technology
7. Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers, and others as appropriate
8. Collaborate with teachers and parents regarding program content and intervention services
9. Collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule
10. Monitor the effectiveness of the intervention
11. Implement requirements of Federal and State regulations
12. Maintain records and reports required by District, State, and Federal agencies
13. Cooperate with various agencies in referring and providing appropriate reciprocal services
14. Analyze and forecast need for services
15. Provide services either directly or through consultation as listed on the student's IEP
16. Write IEP goals and objectives as necessary for the student on an IEP who requires services from an SLP
17. Participate as an effective member of the Student Study Team
18. Collect appropriate student performance data for determining the extent to which student IEP goals and objectives are achieved
19. Perform duties and expectations of a Case Manager
20. Partner and collaborate with teachers and specialists to ensure IEP is implemented
21. Provide instruction and direction to assigned instructional assistants ensuring delivery of instructional services
22. Maintain all equipment identified in the I.E.P. for students

This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's goals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In 8-hour workday, this job requires:
R - Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O - Occasionally (.5 - 2.5 hrs per day)
F - Frequently (2.5 - 5.5 hrs per day) C - Continually (5.5 - 8 hrs per day)
NA - Not Applicable
Physical Requirements
NA
R
O
F
C
Sitting
X
Stationary Standing
X
Walking (level surface)
X
Walking (uneven surface)
X
Crawling
X
Crouching (bend at knees)
X
Stooping (bend at waist)
X
Twisting (knees/waist/neck)
X
Turn/pivot
X
Climbing (stairs)
X
Climbing (ladder)
X
Reaching overhead
X
Reaching extension
X
Repetitive use arms
X
Repetitive use wrists
X
Repetitive use hands grasping
X
Repetitive use hands squeezing
X
Running
X
Fine manipulation
X
Using foot control
X
*Pushing/Pulling - Maximum weight: 60 lbs.
X
*Lifting/Carrying - Maximum weight: 60 lbs.
X
*Identify items typically moved: Students, equipment
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

1. Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds
2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting
3. Have regular and punctual attendance
4. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
5. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by proper authority
6. Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, and District patrons

Pay Grade: Based on salary agreement
Last Revised: February 2024