Speech Language Pathologist #ESC1998

What's in it for you?!

• Lucrative pay!


• Long term contract!


• Principal is well respected and liked!

About Us:

At SchoolHiring (Division of ExpertHiring), we champion potential in students and professionals. You’re not just an employee here; you’re family. We value your role in shaping futures and providing unmatched opportunities to harness your expertise. With each unique school and student, we stand united in our mission to make a lasting impact. Dive in, be recognized, and let’s shape the future of special education together. Join us today.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the needs of students with speech or language disorders and match their needs with programs available through the educational system.


• Meet with students regularly according to the treatment program schedule, evaluate, and maintain records of students' progress.


• Report progress to administrators, teachers, and special education teams and meet with them regularly to discuss their evaluations of students' skills in class performance and social interaction.


• Report progress to guardians and meet with them regularly; suggest activities guardians can do with their child to assist and supplement the student's speech therapy program.


• Repeat evaluations on a regular basis to measure progress according to professional guidelines.


• Talk with students to determine their feelings about the program and their progress or any frustrations they may feel about the therapy.


• Establish and implement small group management structure and rules that ensure academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students.


• Ensure safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors of the school; supervise all students throughout school grounds and on educational trips as necessary.


• Maintain required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.


• Maintain knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in speech-language pathology.


• Recognize and support diversity and equity in support of school and district initiatives.


• Maintain an educational philosophy and school climate which encourages a cooperative and participative attitude on the part of all staff and students; celebrate the achievements and successes of students.


• Participate in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars as required.


• Attend work as scheduled and arrive in a timely manner unless a qualified absence has been approved as described in the collective bargaining agreement.


• Perform additional related duties within the scope of this position.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related subject area; appropriate state license or certification; Speech Language Pathologist Endorsement are required.


• At least two years of speech pathology work experience in a school setting is preferred.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to ensure that students, faculty members, and guardians understand the program and the degree of progress being made.


• Thorough understanding of speech/language development and how it relates to academic instruction.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.