Exceptional Children: Speech Language Pathologist

Exceptional Children:
Speech Language Pathologist

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Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Exceptional Children, the Speech Language Pathologist assists students with special communicative needs to use the maximum communicative potential based on age and cognition. Areas of speech-language involvement include deficits or abnormalities in articulation, language, voice and fluency. The therapist coordinates services with the student’s educational staff and family and is responsible for documentation for Medicaid billing for all eligible students.

The employee reports to the principal(s) at his/her school(s), if school based, and to the Exceptional Children’s Preschool Handicapped Lead Teacher if center-based.

• Planning and Oversight:
  Organize the school program, cooperate with others to accomplish its goals, and coordinate program services with other student services while maintaining records in accordance with established rules, regulations and ethical standards.
• Maintain Medicaid billing profiles and therapy notes for all Medicaid eligible students using the designated billing service for the district.
• Screening, Testing, Diagnosing and Advising:
  Conduct screening and testing, obtain diagnostic information, analyze information and make recommendations regarding programs and services. Supervise speech-language assistants and clinical fellows working on ASHA certification.
• Develop Individual Education Programs:
  Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, LEA representatives and other professionals to develop individual education plans for each speech-language eligible child.
• Manage and Conduct Therapy:
  Plan therapy and use appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum. Manage time, facilities and resources to facilitate delivery of services and promote effective interpersonal relations while engaging in continuing professional growth.
• Liaison:
  Provide consultation, seek assistance of others, use related research and make recommendations and referrals for the implementation of services.

• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

• Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier, fax machine and telephone.

• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing methods, and proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

• Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology, preferred Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech‑Language and Hearing Association.
• G License from the NC Department of Public Instruction, may also have a license from the Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

• Successful prior SLP experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education