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