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Form of workPOSITION TITLE: Speech/Language Pathologist
JOB GOAL: To provide a comprehensive program of speech/language services to appropriately identified students and assist them in becoming effective communicators.
REPORTS TO: Principal
SUPERVISES: N/A
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and write an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for every student enrolled in the speech and language program.
2. Select or prepare materials and supplies for program implementation, including therapy, classroom, and home activities.
3. Sequence activities appropriately.
4. Plan educationally relevant therapy.
5. Establish schedules for delivery of services.
6. Prepare reports and interpret state standards for program eligibility.
7. Prepare and maintain audit files on students in the speech/language program.
8. Establish and maintain a positive, organized and safe learning environment.
9. Establish and use behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.
10. Manage materials and equipment effectively.
11. Assist in the enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and School Board policies.
12. Use technology resources effectively.
13. Identify students who have speech and/or language impairments through screening and/or diagnostic assessments.
14. Determine eligibility for the speech/language program.
15. Screen students' hearing and refer for further audiological assessment when needed.
16. Reevaluate students enrolled in the speech and language program every three (3) years, or as deemed necessary by the IEP Team.
17. Assess student progress and communicate that information knowledgeably and responsibly to students, parents, and professional staff.
18. Conduct educationally relevant therapy for eligible students.
19. Implement the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
20. Provide teachers with strategies for classroom modifications.
21. Monitor and share results of progress toward goals with parents and teachers.
22. Provide appropriate instruction, accommodations, and modifications to students with special needs, including students who have limited proficiency in English.
23. Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others.
24. Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
25. Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral or reporting action.
26. Participate in activities to assist in suggesting interventions and selecting students for evaluation.
27. Use input from parents, teachers, and others involved with the students to develop the IEPs.
28. Consult with and serve as a resource to teachers about speech and language disorders.
29. Attend staffings and other meetings as required.
30. Provide consultation and other services as needed.
31. Participate in appropriate activities for the continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
32. Keep abreast of relevant laws, rules and policies.
33. Provide training and/or information for parents, teachers, and administrators.
34. Model professional and ethical conduct at all times.
35. Perform all professional responsibilities.
36. Prepare required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
37. Maintain confidentiality of student and other professional information.
38. Comply with policies, procedures, and programs.
39. Support school and System goals and priorities.
40. Ensure that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age-group and student program classification.
41. Establish and maintain a positive, collaborative relationship with students' families to increase student achievement.
42. Serve as case manager and service provider to all assigned students. Some may have disabilities other than Speech and Language Impairment.
43. Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
