Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Title: Speech Language Pathologist

Department: Alma Primary School

Reports To: Principal/Special Education Director

Contract: 190 Days

Closing: The Alma School District is actively seeking an experienced, talented, and dynamic individual to join our highly successful and progressive schools. We are committed to providing a learning environment that fosters students' intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

Education, Credentials and/or Experience
Minimal Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• AR License as Speech Pathologist
• Obtain Certification of Clinical Competency

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3 years experience as a speech-Language Pathologist
• Specialized training in dealing with behaviors of special education students

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, Experience and Skill Set

• Conduct speech and language screenings as needed
• Evaluate students using clinical observation and standardized testing procedures that best identify the student's potential needs
• Develop individual student plans including identification of needs, goal setting, strategies, and assessment outcomes
• Participate in referral and evaluation/programming conferences by reviewing and explaining assessment results with parents, teachers, and other team members
• Provide therapies that are appropriate for the student's identified need and in accordance with state and federal laws and district policies
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and the needs of the student
• Maintain organized, detailed, and accurate assessment records, therapy sessions, progress reports, and other relevant information utilizing appropriate technology systems as directed (SEAS/Attain, Google, DSCTop)
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to students, school personnel, and district needs
• Keep up to date with the latest research and techniques in the field through continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with school community and parents
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal and Director of Special Education
• Performs other duties as assigned

The Alma School District is committed to equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.