What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist - Assistive Technology position at Lexington County School District One?
Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist - Assistive Technology
Reports to (Title): Director of Special Services
Terms Of Employment
Salary Scale: Certified Salary Scale
Type of position: Full time
FLSA Status: Exempt
General Summary
Provides Assistive Technology (AT) assessment and consultation to students to address educational and communication limitations and strengths and recommend equipment to fit their needs; collaborates with educational teams to determine appropriate accommodations, modifications, assistive technology devices and services that allow students to benefit from their specially designed instruction and/or participate in general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment.
Essential Functions
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations. Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties. Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information. Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.
Working Conditions
Conducts duties in classroom environments with no significant exposure to adverse environmental factors. Physical demands are restricted to work requiring occasional lifting/moving of items up to twenty-five pounds. Frequent travel is required; possible overnight travel required.
Responsibility
Provides student evaluations and training of Assistive Technology tools. Provides staff training. Responsible for materials and supplies budget (if applicable). Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Disclaimer Statement
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.
Reports to (Title): Director of Special Services
Terms Of Employment
Salary Scale: Certified Salary Scale
Type of position: Full time
FLSA Status: Exempt
General Summary
Provides Assistive Technology (AT) assessment and consultation to students to address educational and communication limitations and strengths and recommend equipment to fit their needs; collaborates with educational teams to determine appropriate accommodations, modifications, assistive technology devices and services that allow students to benefit from their specially designed instruction and/or participate in general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment.
Essential Functions
- Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One.
- Effectively interacts, communicates and collaborates with students, parents, administrators, colleagues and other stakeholders to foster student learning.
- Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive learning environment for all students.
- Coordinates school based teams in the evaluation, planning, and implementation of AT assessments, tools and services. Provides guidance in recommendations to students’ IEP based on the results of the AT evaluation.
- Provides training to students’ educational team, including school personnel, family members and outside providers if indicated.
- Plans and provides in-services and other training to school personnel in regards to AT tools and services, effective teaching strategies and/or accommodations and modifications in regards to AT tools and strategies.
- Maintains Assistive Technology equipment and devices in the AT lending library and makes recommendations for the procurement of additional equipment and materials.
- Maintains documentation regarding AT recommendations and services provided.
- Schedules AT services and/or training with school personnel and travel to schools or coordinate virtual training as scheduled.
- Provides guidance and direct training to students who use AT when indicated.
- Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of Assistive Technology tools and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap.
- Provides technical assistance for AT tools and materials and performs basic maintenance on AT equipment from the AT lending library.
- Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
- Remains current with research and best practices in the Assistive Technology field by participating in continuing education opportunities.
- Master's degree in speech/language pathology or an advanced program approved by the State Board of Education for the preparation of speech-language therapists or degree in education.
- Minimum qualifying score(s) on the area examination(s) required by the State Board of Education
- Valid South Carolina teaching certification
- Valid SLP licensure through SC LLR
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district that pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations. Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties. Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information. Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.
Working Conditions
Conducts duties in classroom environments with no significant exposure to adverse environmental factors. Physical demands are restricted to work requiring occasional lifting/moving of items up to twenty-five pounds. Frequent travel is required; possible overnight travel required.
Responsibility
Provides student evaluations and training of Assistive Technology tools. Provides staff training. Responsible for materials and supplies budget (if applicable). Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Disclaimer Statement
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.
