| Speech-Language Pathologist (Bilingual Preferred) | 091 | Leave Replacement Dates: February 24, 2025-May 27, 2025 Job Summary: The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides comprehensive speech and language services to students with communication disorders in a public school setting. The SLP is responsible for identifying, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and related disorders to support academic achievement and social-emotional development in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Qualifications: - Education and Licensure:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Valid state license and/or certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred.
- Experience:
- Experience in a school-based setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems is a plus.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of speech and language development and disorders.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in using assessment tools, therapy materials, and technology for virtual or in-person therapy sessions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Conduct screenings, evaluations, and re-evaluations of students referred for suspected speech and language impairments.
- Administer and interpret assessment tools in English and a second language, when applicable, to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate evaluations.
- Determine eligibility for speech and language services according to state and district guidelines.
- Intervention and Therapy:
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives tailored to each student’s needs.
- Provide direct and indirect speech and language therapy services in individual, small group, and classroom settings.
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
- Collaboration and Consultation:
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, parents, and other related service providers to integrate communication strategies into the classroom environment.
- Provide professional development to staff on strategies to support speech and language development in the classroom.
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- Serve as a member of the IEP team and provide expertise on speech-language services.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including IEPs, session logs, progress reports, and other required documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Advocacy and Education:
- Educate students, families, and school staff about speech and language development and disorders.
- Advocate for students’ communication needs in the educational setting.
Compensation Per BTA Contract | $56,451 (BA Step 1) - $61,962 (MA Step 1) |