Speech Language Pathologist

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree
Must hold or be eligible to hold State of Delaware Professional License in Speech Language Pathology
Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware license in Speech/Language Pathology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual preferred
Will accept people in need of Clinical Fellowship Year
We will supervise to achieve Certificate of Clinical Competence

Professional Responsibilities

• Able to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Willingness to accept guidance and suggestions.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Able to work independently and exercise initiative.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to continue professional growth and development.
• Able to work with other cultures represented in the community

Competencies: Success in this position requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities

1. Knowledge
   • Familiarity with the IEP Process and State and Federal regulations.
   • Understanding of Equity initiatives & resources that promote a culture of diversity and inclusion embracing differences as a strategic opportunity towards leading the District’s efforts to build a culture of equality and embodiment for all students, families, employees and the community.
   • Must possess a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Special Education, 504, and School Law.
   • Must be aware of relevant policies and procedures mandated by the State of DE including Comprehensive School Safety Program and Delaware Emergency Management Agency that promotes a safe school environment and includes training in areas such as; The RAVE Panic App, Navigate360, School Emergency Plans, Suicide Response, Child Abuse Prevention, Criminal Youth Gang, Teen Dating Violence, School Bullying Prevention, & Safe Positive Approach to Behavior.
   • Must have experience and a working knowledge of e-School and data management systems in addition to Google Docs to monitor and track student data related to school discipline and climate.
2. Skills
   • Active listening -Giving full attention to what others are saying and taking the time to understand what is being said.
   • Social perceptiveness – Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
   • Coordination & Flexibility – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions, and an openness to accepting new assignments and duties.
   • Communicating - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person
3. Abilities
   • Interpersonal Relationships – Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with students and staff, and maintaining them over time.
   • Oral comprehension – Able to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
   • Oral expression – Able to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.