Speech Language Pathologist

District Mission Statement: 

To inspire lifelong learners who are self-sufficient and ethical citizens.

CLASSIFICATION:    Certified

QUALIFICATIONS:  

1. Valid Missouri certificate; appropriate certification required
2. Master’s in related content area preferred, but not required
3. Criminal justice fingerprint and background clearance
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board and/or Superintendent may find appropriate

REPORTS TO:  Director of Special Education

REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adheres to adopted Board of Education policies and maintains strict confidentiality as required by law
2. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students, staff and community
3. Organizes and prioritizes educator workload to best meet the needs of students
4. Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth and keeps appropriate records of student progress
5. Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals and works with special education staff to develop individual education plans
6. Works well as a team member to serve all constituencies
7. Adheres to and follows all deadlines and requirements as presented by administration/state/federal law
8. Attends all meetings as requested by direct supervisor and district administration
9. Develops a professional development plan annually and commits to life-long learning and growth
10. Prepares written evaluations and maintains records which clearly and succinctly document services provided, student progress and discharge from therapy
11. Complies with evaluation standards and determines eligibility for services
12. Effectively communicates test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans
13. Participates in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, individual education plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models
14. Ensures compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
15. Prepares reports as needed by the school district and/or the MO Department of Education
16. Develops treatment plans consistent with the IEP. Reviews therapy goals and objectives and makes recommendations for changes as appropriate
17. Employs instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student's goals and objectives
18. Operates and maintains a variety of therapeutic equipment and trains others in use of the equipment as necessary
19. Participates in hearing screening programs to identify and refer students with suspected hearing impairment and/or middle ear disorders
20. Fulfills any and all other duties as assigned
     

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Salary for this position is actual placement on the teacher’s salary schedule or special placement on the salary schedule as approved by the Board of Education.  Length of contract established and approved by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:  Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the Building Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education policy using the Performance Based Teacher Evaluation.  Summative evaluation forms will be forwarded to the Superintendent of Schools to be kept on record.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Additionally, the employee may occasionally be required to push or lift up to 25 lbs. as necessary for the safety and well-being of others. Lastly, this job requires the employee to have the vision ability to read handwritten or typed materials, and meet multiple demands from several people while interacting with other staff and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DUTIES: The most significant duties of this position have been included in this job description. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties performed. In addition, the District may modify this position as needed to reflect the assignment of additional or supplemental duties assigned. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties regardless of whether such duties appear in this job description.

Revised:           January 16, 2024