Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title:

Speech Pathologist Job Purpose

To work in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents and students, in providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders to help them adjust and access the general education curriculum.

• Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting communication assessments.
• Knowledge and understanding of child development and communication development.
• Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth.
• Skills and abilities
  
  in organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to operate a computer and learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Mississippi Educator Licensure Endorsement #215 or #216.
• Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience preferred.
• Membership in the Mississippi Speech and Hearing Association and in the American Speech and Hearing Association is preferred.
• Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology preferred.
• Certification of the Mississippi Board of Examiners in Speech Pathology is also preferred.

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Assess, screen, and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and educational staff; participate in the eligibility determination process in accordance with state and school division requirements and best practice.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Speech/Language impairment and assist with IEPs for students with speech/language as a service on an annual basis or according to requirements.
• Comply with all Medicaid requirements for school-based claiming, including obtaining written Medicaid consent from parents of all students served and timely filing of claims that meet Medicaid standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development and individual student needs by providing relevant instruction according to the IEP and educational best practices.
• Provide consultative services for school staff by sharing and demonstrating specific techniques and working with school teams to facilitate relevant and consistent interventions for targeted students.
• Maintain records and information concerning individual students in a prescribed confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for which they are maintained according to FERPA guidelines.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the therapy program.
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and school staff.
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of addressing student goals and needs, and to meet laws and policies.
• Maintain and submit information/records including student progress for all students.
• Maintain a consistent schedule with students who are being serviced.
• Implement and comply with District policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with school district policies and procedures.
• Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.
• Supports the George County School District Core Beliefs and Mission.

Terms of Employment: 187 days. FLSA Status:
Exempt.