JOB TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Special Education Director

JOB PURPOSE: Provides evaluation and instruction to students with communication disorders as defined in their Individual Education Program.

Requirements:

1. Master’s Degree

2. Must obtain a current State of Missouri certificate issued by the Department of Education

3. Must be certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1. Meets standards of competent teacher performance

2. Provides speech and language screening for referred students and those requiring follow-up

3. Conducts diagnostic evaluations utilizing available diagnostic data, to identify and assess the needs of students with suspected articulation, language, voice, or severe communication deficits

4. Makes medical referrals, in conjunction with the Director of Special Education and building nurse for students with suspected hearing loss, voice disorder aphasic disorder, or cleft palate

5. Serves as a member of multidisciplinary evaluation teams, as needed, and as the evaluator of a student with suspected communication disorder, to assess developmental levels and functional communication abilities

6. Participates in initial and annual IEP meetings and case reviews as necessary

7. Provides direct and indirect therapy to correct, treat, or alleviate speech and language impairments using a variety of instruction techniques appropriate to the student’s needs

8. Provides services through both a "speech improvement program" and/or Response to Intervention (RTI) model

9. Demonstrates skill in establishing and maintaining classroom management that is conducive to learning

10. Complete paperwork related to Medicaid billing and reimbursement regulations

11. Provide services to students in the least restrictive setting (LRE)

12. Collaborates with and advises parents and educational personnel regarding appropriate intervention, practice, or remediation strategies

13. Communicates and works effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members

14. Follows district policies

15. Potential supervision of Speech-Language Pathology Assistants or Implementers; based on  district and MO-DESE requirements.

16. Preforms certain non-instructional duties and other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general educational periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, State and Federal Grants, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and parents.

Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control and remains open to other ideas and tries new things.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments and inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and ethically.

Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Sets goals and objectives. Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance and punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management directions and takes responsibility for own actions. Keeps commitments.

Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals will perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.