Speech Language Pathologist

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program
• Professional Educators License issued by the State of Illinois
• Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation License
• American Speech-Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence or Clinical Fellowship Candidat

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance
• Maintain appropriate communications with colleagues for planning and teaching
• Carry out services as outlined in the student’s IEP
• Complete evidence-based continuing education activities to aid in self-improvement
• Complete professional evaluation paperwork as indicated by supervisor

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Superior work habits and ethics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with administration, staff, students and parents

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical requirements will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with staff i.e. classroom teachers, special education teacher, related service providers, paraprofessionals regarding student speech and language concerns, evaluations, and treatment
• Assist with the development and implementation of IEP interventions for students
• Complete speech and language screenings to identify at-risk students
• Support students who use alternative and/or augmentative communication systems
• Complete comprehensive speech and language evaluations using standard test batteries and supplemental tests as appropriate to assess the student’s functional status to identify and determine needs for speech/language services
• Educate parents and staff as specific needs arise
• Lead and/or participate in IEP meetings including domains meetings, annual reviews, initial evaluations, and re-evaluations
• As Case Manager, coordinate the completion of IEP paperwork
• Provide a continuum of therapeutic service delivery models: Consultative, Direct therapy in general/special education classrooms, Direct therapy in therapeutic room, and Group/Individual
• Prepare speech and language evaluation reports which adequately synthesizes information and yields meaningful recommendations
• Review independent reports and incorporate the relevant information to that which is currently existing
• Determine eligibility for speech and language services
• Communicate with private service providers regarding mutual students
• Manage accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
• Adheres to legal and ethical standards and guidelines regarding the provision of speech/language services
• Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school as agreed upon by supervisors
• Interact with students in a mutually respectful manner
• Instruct students on how to monitor their own speech and provide ways to practice skills
• Express verbal enthusiasm for the lesson and student participation
• Reinforce students for learning accomplishments, on-task behaviors and appropriate conduct
• Give all students opportunities to ask questions, contribute, and otherwise participate in class activities