Speech Language Pathologists

Speech Language Pathologist – Under general supervision of the Speech Language Pathology Lead, the incumbent is responsible for evaluation, assessment and treatment of students with communication disorders associated with intellectual disabilities, autism and multiple disabilities. The SLP is expected to work independently, assess and write objective IEP goals and develop individualized communication systems within a multi‑disciplinary team. The SLP also supervises students who may require assistance with mobility and lifting.

• Screen, identify, assess, and develop recommendations for students with communication disorders and deficits in functional communication, speech, language, fluency, voice, feeding/dysphagia and pragmatics.
• Provide individual and group treatment to students with varying speech and language abilities and needs.
• Provide appropriate and effective interventions for students with a wide range of socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying intellectual, social and behavioral abilities.
• Develop and create appropriate augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) systems; train student, staff and parents on use of AAC (low‑tech and hi‑tech); ensure consistent use and incorporation of AAC into student’s program.
• Advise and ensure the follow‑through of adaptations, modifications and accommodations in order to maximize student learning and accessibility to the program.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations using a variety of assessment tools and resources; develop complete written evaluations.
• May assist in the planning and developing of training programs; present in‑service programs about various communication topics to staff and parents; instruct in techniques and procedures in speech language therapy; and prepare reports as required by the various jurisdictions.
• Collaborate and actively participate in IEP meetings and conferences.
• Notify teachers and administrators of identified speech and language students and develop an efficient schedule in which to work with them.
• Research new information on intervention/treatment techniques, methods, assessment materials, and available resources; share information with teachers and parents as appropriate.
• Perform bus duty detail as assigned.
• Support the overall school mission through volunteer opportunities and contribute to the smooth operation of the school day.

• Ability to exert moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling and brisk walking, and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (40 lbs).
• Ability to lift and position physically disabled individuals may be required.
• Ability to move around the classrooms, cafeteria, gym, facility, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and staff personal identifiable information.
• Other duties as assigned, including weekly participation in the morning and afternoon bus detail.

• Knowledge and understanding of students with intellectual disabilities, autism and multiple disabilities.
• Knowledge of the current Federal guidelines for Special Education.
• Ability to evaluate problems and progress of students.
• Ability to independently problem‑solve and navigate the steps needed to accomplish the tasks of the position.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain required documentation of student records and complete appropriate Medicaid documentation.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, or initiation of Clinical Fellowship year.
• Successful completion of the required training courses within a specified period of time.
• Tuberculosis screening to assure no significant risk to the health and safety of others.
• Successfully passing a criminal background investigation and pre‑employment and random drug screenings.
• COVID‑19 Vaccination(s).

• Thorough knowledge of the current principles, procedures, techniques and instrumentation used in evaluating speech and language status of children and young…