Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

District-wide

Speech Language Pathologist

TBD

Director of Special Education

184

When filled

The Speech Language Pathologist will provide support to the case conference committee in identifying areas of need for students with speech and language disorders. Will provide consultative and direct services and ensure staff are aware of development needs to make appropriate recommendations.

To provide diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language, and/or voice disorders in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents, and students.

• Skilled in basic computer operations – Word, spreadsheets, internet use, and data management, including but not limited to Google platforms.
• Experience in the school setting preferred.

• Must hold a valid license from the Indiana Department of Education, Division of Professional Standards, and the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA). ASHA certification is preferred but not required.
• Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply.
• Licensing area(s) include, but are not limited to, Speech Pathologist, Speech and Hearing Therapist, Speech Language and Hearing Clinician, or Communication Disorders.
• Requires an active driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel locally.

• Utilize current and comprehensive content/specialty area knowledge for planning.
• Utilize current and appropriate practices and procedures for screening and evaluations.
• Interpret assessment results, write reports, and make placement/service recommendations.

• Maintain a therapy space that is well organized and materials are available when needed.
• Implement appropriate progress monitoring procedures.
• Promote generalization across settings.
• Develop student understanding of lesson objectives.
• Utilize strategies that promote student engagement.
• Create a culture of respect and collaboration.

• Advocate for student success.
• Fulfill professional TOR/caseload responsibilities.
• Supervise assigned therapist assistants according to state supervision guidelines.
• Efficiently manage scheduling of sessions.
• Prepare for and participate in case conferences.
• Develop appropriate and quality IEPs that will enable students to master their goals.
• Collaborate and communicate professionally to promote student success.
• Engage families in student learning.
• Contribute to the school, district and/or co‑op.
• Advance professional skills and knowledge.
• Carry out Due Process responsibilities as requested.

• Must demonstrate consistent attendance and punctuality to all work functions.
• Must follow all local, state, and federal laws related to school and community, and all locally established policies and procedures, maintaining appropriate credentialing.
• Must interact with students, colleagues, administrators, parents/families, and community members respectfully.
• Must exhibit behavior in accordance with the Earlywood Educational Evaluation System (“EES”) code of conduct and perform duties ethically.

• The work environment is fast‑paced with minimal to high noise levels.
• Requires working independently as well as part of a team.
• Requires verbal and in‑person contact with others daily.
• Contract hours align with the school hours in the building(s) assigned.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Speech Language Pathologist 10.31.