What are the responsibilities and job description for the SLP-A: Communication Teacher position at Boston Higashi School?
JOB GOAL :
To develop and conduct communication lessons for students within assigned divisions under Daily Life Therapy.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Develop and conduct group communication lessons for classes within the assigned division.
- Assist SLP in conducting social skills groups as requested.
- Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologist and Classroom Teacher in developing the communication portion of IEPs and individual student objectives.
- Support teachers with the implementation of communication objectives and language strategies within the classroom.
- Collaborate with teachers in the development of visual supports within the classroom and residential environment.
- Support classroom teachers with the teaching of Daily Life Therapy as needed (lunch, snack, changing time, break time).
- Participate in all student activities including : extensive physical exercise, various forms of exercise including lifting, standing, squatting, and jogging one to three miles daily.
- Maintain an open, honest and tactful relationship with parents and other individuals involved with the students.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with parents and others.
- Attend daily division meetings, IEP meetings, and weekly communication meetings.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Division Master Teacher, Speech Language Pathologist and / or Principal.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Incredible Benefits for Full-Time Employees