Speech Language Pathologist SPED

Indiana Dept Of Education

Merrillville, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Assistive Technology, Best Practices, Case Management, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Communicative Disorders, Conferences, Consulting, Data Collection, Legal, Materials Management, Medicaid, Medical Billing, Needs Assessment, Network Administration/Management, Organizational Skills, Progress Reports, Record Keeping, Schedule Development, School Attendance, Special Education, Speech and Language Pathology, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Merrillville, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY

Help students with a wide range of speech-language-related issues to meet performance standards. Their work includes prevention assessment intervention and program design efforts that are integrated within a school.

Reports to Executive Director of Special Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Will serve as Teacher of Record for students with primary speechlanguage impairments and Teacher of Service for students with secondary speechlanguage impairments • Communicate with parents on a mutually agreed upon time for case conferences • Participates in developing Individual Education Plans IEPs including measurable goals and objectives for each students needs as applicable to the educational setting • Bill Medicaid • Identifies and selects appropriate materials and equipment for therapy • Establish schedules for therapy sessions • Establish and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures • Maintain accurate daily records and data collection to document students attendance, progress, including requirements for Medicaid • Manages time, materials, and equipment effectively • Create materials for students who have very specialized needs • Establishes and maintains a positive, organized, and safe environment for students • Uses technology resources effectively • Conducts comprehensive evaluations and completes progress reports • Re-evaluates short-term objectives and writes new ones as needed • Provides direct speech therapy using materials specific to the communication disorders • Provides functional suggestions to teachers and parents regarding the students therapy program • Provide direct and/or consult services for students with speech-language services in the IEP • Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with other professionals, students, parents, and community agencies • Attends IEP meetings and other student-related conferences as determined necessary • Participates in training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues while maintaining professional certification and/or licensure • Promotes and supports the professional growth of self and others • Keeps well informed about current trends and best practices in the area of Speech Language Pathology • Maintains a network of peer contacts through professional organization • Models professional and ethical conduct at all times • Performs all professional responsibilities • Maintains confidentiality of student and other professional information • Complies with policies, procedures, and programs • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned which are necessary for the daily operation of the school program

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution • Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred • Possess an Indiana License as a Speech and Language Pathologist • One (1) year of experience in an educational setting is preferred • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assistive Technology (AT) experience is a plus • Qualifications may vary from the above requirements to such a degree as the Superintendent and Board determine is necessary and appropriate to ensure properly qualified personnel in each specialized assignment

ASSIGNMENT

• Full Time • The position covers multiple school buildings and sites and requires use of personal vehicles for travel with mileage reimbursement • EFFECTIVE 2025-26 school year, 187 days

About the Company

I

Indiana Dept Of Education