26-27 Speech Pathologist

Position Purpose

To provide evaluation and treatment of Speech and Language Disorders in students in the school setting.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Wisconsin DPI License for Speech Pathology
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Valid WI Driver’s license is required
• Applicants in their Clinical Fellowship Year are also encouraged to apply

Formal Education

• Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Preferred Experience

• At least one (1) year successful experience as a Speech and Language Pathologist in the school setting
• Experience working with students with a wide variety of speech and language needs

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the federal and state laws and regulations related to IDEA and service delivery for students with disabilities
• Promote skill acquisition and generalization to enhance development, learning and student participation
• Demonstrate knowledge of, or be willing to learn the state academic standards in order to align speech therapy and support the implementation of the curriculum so that the student’s individual learning needs are met
• Knowledge of a variety of appropriate formal and informal speech and language assessment tools and methodologies
• Promotes the belief that all students can and will learn
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability and willingness to form partnerships and work collaboratively with other team members, including all school based staff
• An excellent attendance record
• The ability to multitask, effectively prioritize and work independently on position related needs and tasks
• The ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet changing requirements, processes and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of student records under FERPA and HIPAA
• Adhere to district policies and state special education timelines
• Proficient in the use of various software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Apps, and knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn Infinite Campus. Must be able to obtain Google Certification within the first year of employment

Essential Functions

• Conduct an appropriate evaluation of children referred for Speech and Language concerns
• Complete initial evaluations and reevaluations to determine eligibility or continued eligibility for Speech and/or Language Impairment and for speech therapy as a related service
• Actively participate in IEP and evaluation meetings
• Develop or assist in the development of IEPs for children with disabilities, ensuring that they are “college and career ready”
• Effectively case manage and/or deliver direct and indirect speech therapy to students as indicated in Individualized Education Plans in their educational setting
• Effectively collaborate with other school personnel regarding strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs
• Provide a continuum of services that shall include, but not be limited to: diagnosis of children with speech and/or language impairment; planning and implementing the therapeutic intervention program; providing therapy for children with impairments of oral language, comprehension, production or usage, including disorders of fluency, phonation, resonance, articulation, and oral language formation; parent counseling; referrals and follow-up; consultative and resource services to other professional personnel
• Maintain records of services provided, including progress monitoring
• Complete Medicaid billing according to district timelines and expectations
• Interact in a positive, constructive manner with students, families, and fellow teachers/staff to accommodate the individual needs of the students
• Conduct assessments and provide training and support to students, staff, and/or parents in the use of various assistive technology tools/strategies (low to high tech), when applicable
• Demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of learning styles, as well as various functional academic and/or behavioral needs in order to relate to a wide variety of individuals

Candidate Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Lets of Recommendation
• Custom Questions
• Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications