Speech-Language Pathologist- Part-Time

Part-Time and Temporary; 6 Hours/Day Maximum

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech/language pathology from an accredited institution.
• Tuberculin skin test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
• In possession of a current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Health Professions for Audiology and Speech Pathology.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective remediation of students with speech/language disorders including specific therapy techniques, use of adaptive communication devices, and implementation of instructional accommodations.
• Considerable knowledge of IDEA federal regulations and Virginia state regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, school staff, and administrative personnel.
• Ability to effectively organize and present information, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to accurately observe, assess, report, and record learning progress of students.

Nature of Position

• Provides direct and indirect speech and language services to students with various disabilities at one or more schools.
• Completes appropriate child find activities and speech/language evaluations to include, but not limited to 60 day screenings, assessment for students referred for suspected speech/language deficits, and the speech/language assessment component for students referred for comprehensive evaluations.
• Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students with speech/language impairments.
• Interprets and reports assessment results within designated timelines.
• Develops and presents lessons to individual students, small groups, and large groups in special and general classrooms.
• Implements techniques to facilitate language and remediate speech difficulties.
• Demonstrates classroom management techniques with groups and individual students.
• Works cooperatively with other professional staff members who are involved in the educational programming of students with speech/language impairments.
• Interprets the characteristics of students with speech/language impairments to the faculty and staff.
• Maintains a clear, concise, and timely record keeping system.
• Provides a positive educational environment for students.
• Collects data, documenting the speech/language/educational progress of students.
• Serves as a resource to the Special Education Committee.
• Develops individualized behavioral plans.
• Prepares instructional materials for student use.
• Prepares classroom displays.
• Supervises students in the classroom, general school building, and community.
• Work is performed in a school environment and is subject to deadlines and frequent interruptions. The employee must respond to multiple demands of a large number of students with unique and individual needs.