Speech Therapist

Terrell I.S.D. Job Description Terrell Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer No person shall, on the basis of national origin, race, gender, creed, religion, age, or handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or subjected to discrimination in employment, or recruitment consideration, or selection for full or part-time professional positions in the Terrell Independent School District. In accordance with Terrell I.S.D. Board Policy DC (LOCAL) the following position is open: Job Title: Speech Therapist Work Days: 171

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Services Pay Grade: According to TISD Salary Schedule

Dept/School: Campus assigned Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Contact Person: Jasmine Castaneda Human Resources Specialist __ Primary Purpose: Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech- Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions Knowledge or evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions Ability to instruct and manage student behavior Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: 3 years speech-language pathology experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Therapy Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services. Assessment Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services. Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for student with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. Consultation Counsel and involve parents in remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.

8. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits in students.
9. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student. Student Management
10. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
11. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Program Management
12. May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s)*
13. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings.
14. Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials. Administration
15. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other required documents.
16. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
17. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
18. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment. Other
19. Maintain friendly customer service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
20. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
21. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communications (i.e., email, written, and verbal)
22. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s)*, supervisor for SHARS Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfers students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities. Daily in-person attendance is an essential function for this position
    • Supervisors of licensed speech-language assistants must be licensed by SBESLPA as speech-language pathologists. A person with a TEA certificate who is not licensed may not be a supervisor of a licensed speech- language pathology assistant. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Application Procedures District Employees:
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    • Complete an internal application online at https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp/ a. You may attach an updated resume b. You may attach a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to the position's responsibilities and qualifications
    • Other credentials as applicable Outside Applicants:
    • Online Application https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp a. You may attach a resume and a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to the position's responsibilities and qualifications b. Other credentials as applicable
    • Official transcript(s) will be requested after a recommendation for hire is received Terrell ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Melissa Nichols; Executive Director of Human Resources 700 North Catherine Street Terrell, Texas 75160 Office Number: 972-563-7504 Email: melissa.nichols@terrellisd.org