Speech Language Pathologist (Early Development Network, Birth through 3) Applicant Pool

About the role

Providing services and support for families with children from birth to age 3 who have disabilities. Early Childhood Special Education, Early Development Network Speech Language Pathologists work with other disciplines to evaluate and address needs in the areas of cognition, language, motor, adaptive and social development through a coaching model. The settings for services include the home, childcare settings and other natural environments.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with team members to evaluate and serve children and families.
• Conduct evaluations to determine eligibility for Early Intervention.
• Prepare Multidisciplinary Team Reports (MDT) on Infinite Campus.
• Complete Routines-Based Interviews with families to identify primary areas of concern.
• Assess infants and toddlers’ entry and exit data through Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Develop Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP).
• Participate in MDT and IFSP meetings with team members and families.
• Schedule and conduct home visits with parents/caregivers.
• Coach families/caregivers to increase their confidence and competence in facilitating their child’s learning and development through daily routines.
• Collaborate with community agencies serving children and families.
• Support toddlers with a verification of Autism in a center-based setting.
• Utilizes Augmentative Communication Devices and conducts Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) evaluations.
• Support families as they transition to center-based settings.
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
• Selects and uses effective instructional methods and learning materials.
• Support the ongoing curriculum development of the program.
• Establishes a cooperative relationship with all assigned families.
• Maintains open lines of communications with parents, guardians and staff.
• Engages in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and lesson planning and child progress toward IFSP goals as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Requirements

Minimum of Master’s degree in Speech Pathology.

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid NE Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Speech-Language Pathology, preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid NE DHHS Speech-Language Pathologist license, preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, preferred. Clinical fellowship year supervision maybe provided, if needed.

Knowledge and experience with Augmentative Communication Devices and conducting Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) evaluations, preferred.

Excellent attendance record.

Professional verification of successful SLP performance and/or externship experience.

Evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.

Skills

This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with infants and young children, staff, parents and the community.

Skilled in organization, time management, communication, and positive interpersonal skills.

Able to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.

Proficient in verbal and written communication.

A demonstrated philosophy that all children can and will learn.

Able to evaluate infants and young children through formal assessment, observation, and parent report.

Able to work collaboratively with team members to schedule and conduct home visits.

Able to receive and share coaching strategies with colleagues and parents.

Able to understand the individual needs of each child and family.

Able to conduct Routines-Based Interviews to gather information about families and develop Individualized Family Service Plans.

Able to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

2026/2027
Step 1 with a Master’s Degree: $58,023 + 10% variance ($5,802)= $63,825

Schedule

Per negotiated agreement / Exempt

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment

This position may require the ability to use assistive technology in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel

Required to travel to homes & child care settings to provide IFSP services.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in early childhood and childcare buildings, office and home environments.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability within various home settings/natural environments.
• Interact with child/parents on the floor or various locations.
• Support parents with a wide range of needs.

Interrelations

• Contact with other professional disciplines to schedule and serve families.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Will be working closely with interpreters to communicate with families.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external personnel in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service through phone contacts, written and direct communications.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.

Terms of Employment

• Treated as a full-time exempt certified position.
• Terms of employment are contingent upon:
• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of a Teacher Contract presented by OPS.

Terms of Employment

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.