Speech Language Pathologist
Soda Springs Joint School District •Southeast / Pocatello •Speech/Language Pathologist •Primary •Full Time •Posted 26D ago
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SPEECH -LANGUAGE SPECIALIST1 TITLE: SPEECH-LANGUAGE SPECIALISTQUALIFICATIONS1.Pupil Personnel Services Certificate with appropriate endorsements, such as Speech-Language Pathologist2.Ability to effectively apply the principles of assessment, treatment, and prevention ofspeech, language, and hearing disorders3.Demonstrated knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology4.Works well with students, staff, and the public5.Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal, and communication skills6.Maintain confidentiality of staff and studentsPRIMARYRESPONSIBILITY TOSecondary Counselor/District Test Coordinator and Director of Special EducationJOB SUMMARYTo provide identification, intervention, and special services to students with language, speech,and hearing disorders to help reduce or eliminate speech and hearing impediments that mayinterfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the district's educational program.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProviding Direct Services to Students1. Utilize assessment procedures, techniques, and standardized tests necessary for thoroughand accurate diagnosis of speech, language and/or hearing disorders2. Plan, prepare, and deliver treatment programs for children with speech and languagedeficiencies3. Plan and conduct teacher/parent conferences when needed4. Inform parents and teachers of results of language, speech, and hearing diagnostic evaluation5. Assist parents in improving their skills in working with their child's speech and language delays6. Provide direct therapy based on individual needs7. Conduct ongoing evaluation of all children in the program to determine appropriateness of their program8.Assistin the referralof individuals to agencies and specialists in the communityChild Study Team and IEP Responsibilities1. Provide diagnostic evaluations of pupils referred to the child study team forcommunication disorders , and participate in team conferences related to those pupils2.Develop and implement an individualized educational program (IEP) in conjunction withparents and teachers of pupils who are eligible for speech correction, and identify pupilsin need of related services3. Formulate long-term goals and short-term instructional objectives to be included in astudent's IEP, Total Service Plan, and Instructional Implementation PlanSPEECH-LANGUAGE SPECIALIST4.Maintain a close relationship with the child study team and serve as a case manager asassigned5.May participate in the child study team6.Provide individual and small group intervention sessions with students who have beenclassifiedOther1.Conduct classes in language stimulation2.Keep records necessary for each child and complete all required local, state, and federal reports3.Participate in the development and improvement of opportunities for students with disabilitiesby providing individual or group in-service experiences for staff and parents4.Familiarize principals, teachers, and other school personnel with language,speech and hearing services5.Submit reports to the Director of Special Services upon requestAssist teachers in developing language and speech programs to be carried out in theclassroom10. Address community groups concerning communication disorders upon request11. Acts as an educational consultant to classroom teachers, guidance counselors, andadministrators as required12.Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment andsupplies13. Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development bysuch efforts as attendance at professional meetings, membership in professionalorganizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals andother publications14. Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by theProfessional Standards Commission and the State Board ofEducation15. Seek assistance should emergencies arise16. Represent the school district in a positive manner17. Know and follow school district policy and chain of command18. Perform other duties as assignedEVALUATIONPerformance of this position will be evaluated annually by the secondary counselor/district testcoordinator and/or the director of special education in conformance with district policy andIDAPA 08.02.02.120.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTBy contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law,administrative rules, and Board policy.SPEECH-LANGUAGE SPECIALISTNOTEAll certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo acriminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felonycrimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicantconvicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.Legal Reference:I.C. § 33-512 Governance of SchoolsI.C. § 33-513 Professional PersonnelI.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable ContractsI.C. § 33-1201 Certificate RequiredI.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job PerformanceIDAPA 08.02.02.027Pupil Personnel Services CertificateIDAPA 08.02.02.120Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders
Education required
Idaho Certification required
Benefits
Salary based on Experience
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