Speech Pathologist (.5) CR00110

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           Speech-Language Pathologist

                                           Job Description

Purpose:  The Speech-Language Pathologist assists in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.  In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Speech-Language Pathologist must work closely with the staff, administration, and parents of the school district.

 Responsible to:          Principal

 Payment rate:            According to negotiated agreement

 Qualifications:

 1.         Masters Degree from an accredited college/university.

 2.         Current Kansas State Speech Pathologist license and Certificate with endorsement in Speech Language Pathology on file in the Central Office.

 3.         Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office (after employment offer is made).

 4.         Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance.

 Essential Functions:

 1.         Ability to assist in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.     

2.         Ability to establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual educational needs of students.

3.         Ability to ensure all activities conform to Federal, State, and District guidelines.

 4.         Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community.

 5.         Ability to operate all equipment appropriately as required.

 6.         Ability to react to change and frequent interruptions in an instructional and productive manner, meeting deadlines as assigned.

7.         Ability to advocate with staff and administration for best practices to meet the educational needs of identified students.

 8.         Ability to work to implement the vision and mission of the District.

 Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

 1.         Ability to travel in personal or school district vehicle.

 2.         Ability to occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions.

 3.         Ability to be flexible regarding scheduling, working conditions and locations.

 4.         Ability to be mobile, and perform physical exertion as required.

 General Responsibilities:

 1.         Ability to assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems.

 2.         Ability to monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions.

 3.         Ability to conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for clinical services.

4.         Ability to participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process.

 5.         Ability to participate in the development of student IEPs.

6.         Ability to observe and follow the required program guidelines as defined by the Kansas Plan for Special Education and Turner School District Procedural Manual.

 7.         Ability to consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning the needs of students and special services that are available.

 8.         Ability to assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.

9.         Ability to refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services in collaboration with other team members.

10.       Ability to cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.

 11.       Ability to provide therapy, follow-up, and/or consultation based on student IEPs.

 12.       Ability to motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.

 13.       Ability to demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual educational differences.

 14.       Ability to set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.

15.       Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with parents, staff and community.

16.       Ability to establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.

 17.       Ability to plan and implement transitional programs for students.

 18.       Ability to assist students in developing feelings of self-worth and in making social adjustments permitting them to cope with disabilities.

19.       Ability to maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.

20.       Ability to order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies according to current budget.

21.       Ability to obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures according to current budget.

22.       Ability to assist with public awareness activities leading to a better understanding of the educational needs of exceptional children.

 23.       Ability to keep current on new information, innovative ideas, and techniques by attending staff development activities and participating in professional growth opportunities.

 24.       Ability to observe and follow all school district policies during all activities.

25.       Ability to apply for, complete necessary documents, and be responsible for third party reimbursement--Medicaid.

26.       Ability to respond to information requests in a cooperative, courteous, and timely manner.

 27.       Ability to keep student information and records confidential.

 28.       Ability to implement and follow all District health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.

29.       Ability to perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal and Supervisor of Special Education according to negotiated agreement.

Terms of Employment:         Academic Year

Evaluation:   Performance effectiveness will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.

 Approved:

12/21/99

Revised:

2/7/12

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