Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologists provide a comprehensive set of services on behalf of students who have, are suspected of having, or may develop speech-language impairments in member districts. Speech-Language Pathologists collaborate with other educators in member districts to work closely with students with and without disabilities on a regular basis, assessing, diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent disorders related to speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, and fluency.

DUTIES 

1. Identify and evaluate students with speech and language impairments.


2. Provide a comprehensive set of speech and language services on behalf of students who have, are suspected of having, or may develop speech language impairments.


3. Obtain additional diagnostic information from appropriate person(s) and available records for speech/language services.


4. Participate in the determination of eligibility for special education or related services in the area of speech and language impairment.


5. Participate in parent-teacher conferences.


6. Prepare in advance and participate in all relevant evaluation planning (i.e., domain) and IEP meetings.


7. Develop and implement IEPs for all students eligible for special education or related services in the area of speech and language impairment in collaboration with other personnel.


8. Provide direct instruction that enables the student to progress toward goals and objectives on the IEP.


9. Complete required documentation and reports for districts and Tri-County Special Education Association, using Tri-County’s electronic database, EmbraceIEP.


10. Monitor and report on the progress of students on the therapist's class list.


11. Provide in-service programs to parents, teachers, students, administrators, and other professionals, as needed.


12. Participate on child-focused problem-solving teams.


13. Provide preventative information and consultation services to parents and teachers.


14. Provide supervision for a school internship or Clinical Fellowship year, upon request.


15. Complete a progress report for each student, following the schedule indicated on the IEP.


16. Co-teach lessons with other school personnel to deliver services in the Least Restrictive Environment and to support generalization of skills.


17. Complete all necessary paperwork at Tri-County Special Education or district request, including but not limited to, forms pertaining class enrollment and schedules.


18. Develop and produce a variety of visual supports in order to meet student needs.


19. Facilitate curriculum and instructional modifications.


20. Participate in continuing professional education (professional workshops; Tri-County sponsored professional development).


21. Conduct an annual review for each speech/language student.


22. Consult with appropriate agencies involved with a student, as needed (HILIA, ENT, IATP)


23. Program and maintain augmentative communication devices.


24. Order appropriate speech/language materials and tests.


25. Participate in district workshops and meetings as district policy indicates.


26. Review and follow the Policies and Procedures of Tri-County Special Education Association and assigned districts.


27. Report incidents of suspected fraud or concerns about grossly inappropriate behavior to the Executive Director, District Superintendent or SLP Supervisor.


28. Perform other duties as directed by the administration from each assigned district and the Executive Committee or Association Council.

QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Support Personnel Endorsement in Speech-Language Pathologist.


2. A Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by ASHA preferred.


3. Must have valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle to drive between service provision locations in various member districts.


4. Maintain a license by Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.


5. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.


6. Communicate effectively with staff, parents and students.


7. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others.


8. Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.


9. Ability to push and pull up to 10 lbs.