Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

JOB GOAL:

Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, school-based speech-language pathologists provide prevention, assessment, and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in the areas of language, speech, voice, and fluency. These services are designed to help children meet their educational goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders/Speech and Language Pathology
2. Valid North Dakota Teaching License in the area of Speech Language Pathology

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Establish a screening program for speech/language services as appropriate (i.e. articulation tracking for elementary, new referrals, three-year comprehensive reassessments).
2. Evaluate speech and language functions.
3. Plan the clinical program for students who have been identified as speech/language impaired, Speech impaired, and/or students having related disabilities with communication needs.
4. Perform and interpret diagnostic evaluations to determine eligibility and appropriate recommendations.
5. Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the referral/diagnostic process.
6. Provide direct/indirect therapy for identified students.
7. Provide therapy through continuous evaluation and annual updating of individual educational plans.
8. Maintain student status through the use of charts, records, and progress reports.
9. Support hearing screening program and provide input assistance when needed.
10. Provide consulting services to parents, teachers, administrators, and colleagues.
11. Abide by Board policies and other state and federal regulations concerning disabled students.
12. Ensure professional growth and support is maintained.

REPORTS TO:

1. Building Principal(s)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This position constitutes a certified position with the Stanley Community Public School District.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Base Salary: $52,350 (with Master's Degree - depends on experience)
• Fringe Benefit equal to 51% of a family plan
• Personal Days: 4 per year
• Sick Days: 10 per year