Speech Language Pathologist

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• State of Michigan Speech-Language Pathology license
• Demonstrated commitment to high levels of learning for all students
• Ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to use student data to inform instruction, monitor progress and provide intervention
• Commitment to creating an inclusive school environment that supports diverse learners
• Experience implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred

• Champion the District's mission, vision, and collective commitments by placing students and their learning at the center of all decisions
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment where students feel respected, supported, and motivated to learn
• Build strong relationships with students and establish clear expectations that support a respectful and productive learning environment
• Actively participate in and contribute to professional learning teams (PLT) as part of the school improvement process at the district and school level
• Differentiate instruction through whole group, small group, and individualized supports to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Monitor student learning through ongoing assessment, maintain accurate records, and communicate student progress to families in a timely and meaningful way
• Actively engage families as partners through consistent, clear, and collaborative communication
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to implement the District's MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) framework, including identifying student needs and providing targeted interventions and supports.
• Integrate district and building goals into practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Use district technology and instructional tools to support teaching, learning, and communication
• Maintain professional growth through ongoing learning, reflection, and participation in district and self-selected professional development, including keeping certification current
• Supervise students and ensure their safety and well-being throughout the school day and during assigned duties
• Serve as a resource to school staff members to improve communication skills for all students.
• Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments.
• Evaluate students for speech and language impairments.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy for the student's daily activities.
• Serve as a member of the Achievement Team/Educational Planning and Data Dive Team.
• Perform differential diagnosis for students with communication disorders.
• Implement evidence-based intervention with individual and groups of students in various communicative settings.
• Draft, implement, and maintain legally compliant IEP's and complete required documentation for Medicaid billing.
• Utilize formative assessment to drive specialized instruction and progress monitor IEP goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement augmentative communication systems to support students' access to the curriculum.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. The Final date to receive applications is minimally through Aug 14, 2026 for consideration of employment for the 26-27 school year.

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