What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Tree of Knowledge?
Tree of Knowledge Learning Academy, a fast-growing, client and therapist-focused company is seeking a strong Speech Therapist to join our team!
Key responsibilities of a school speech pathologist include :
Screening and Assessment :
Conducting standardized tests and observations to identify students with potential speech and language disorders, such as articulation difficulties, fluency issues, language comprehension problems, or voice disorders
Diagnostic Evaluation :
Administering comprehensive assessments to determine the specific nature and severity of a student's communication challenges.
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Development :
Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other specialists to develop personalized goals and interventions based on the student's needs within their IEP.
Direct Therapy Provision :
Providing individual or small group therapy sessions to address identified speech and language goals using appropriate therapeutic techniques and materials.
Classroom Consultation :
Consulting with teachers to provide strategies and support for incorporating communication skills into the classroom curriculum and addressing student needs within the learning environment.
Progress Monitoring and Evaluation :
Regularly assessing student progress toward their IEP goals and making adjustments as needed.
Parent Communication :
Communicating with parents about their child's speech and language development, providing information on therapy strategies, and involving them in the treatment process.
Required skills and qualifications :
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- A current state license to practice speech pathology
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
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