Speech/Language Pathologist (two positions) - GCPS

Full-time, exempt position within the teacher bargaining unit. 197-day contract, generally 8 hours per day; hours may vary based on system needs.

About the Role

The speech language pathologist will provide speech/language services to students who have identified speech/language needs or those referred for speech language evaluation.

Pay

Unit I Certificated Salary Scale - 8 hr Schedule ($63,317 - $72,982), commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalency in speech language pathology
• Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene license or eligibility for a provisional license
• Successful completion of required criminal, drug, and tuberculosis screenings
• Proof of United States citizenship or legal resident alien status
• Valid driver's license and dependable daily transportation
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact successfully with diverse stakeholders (students, parents, staff, administration, community agencies, etc.)
• Proficiency in a variety of technologies and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Successful management of confidential information and materials
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work on multiple and concurrent tasks while experiencing frequent interruptions
• History of professionalism and strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to meet intensive deadlines
• Ability to serve as a positive role model in the workplace and within the community
• Ability to maintain emotional control while addressing stressful situations
• Physical ability to stand, sit, walk, feel, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, push, pull, and carry
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects averaging 50-70 lbs.
• Good hearing, vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision
• Significant dexterity of hands and fingers
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job either with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in applicable field
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working with elementary, middle, or high school level students

Responsibilities

• Provide speech/language assessment for students referred by the IEP Team and/or Infants and Toddlers Program
• Attend IEP/IFSP meetings for students with identified speech/language needs or those referred for speech/language evaluation
• Serve as a case manager of the IEP for students with speech/language disability
• Schedule and implement therapy for identified students
• Maintain open communication with all staff, related service members, parents, and students
• Develop and implement the IEP/IFSP for students with identified speech/language services
• Maintain up-to-date special education files for all students with speech/language services
• Maintain accurate attendance records, logs of student progress, daily lesson plans that coordinate with IEP/IFSP, progress reports, and Medical Assistance billing
• Coordinate school program with the home
• Maintain all needed forms and records as required by school and program policy, plus those required for state and federal reports
• Develop and provide needed professional development
• Maintain a Maryland State certification in speech language pathology
• Provide services in various settings, including Head Start centers, homes, private daycares, schools, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Serve on committees, as necessary
• Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities
• Account for and order program equipment and supplies, as necessary
• Attend and actively participate in staff/faculty meetings and appropriate job-related professional development
• Improve skill and knowledge base in subject matter, current trends, research, methodology, technology, multicultural content, problem-solving strategies, and interdisciplinary connections
• Engage in life-long learning through workshops, professional publications, personal networks, and professional organizations
• Contribute to the short-term and long-term successes of students, staff, school, and the system
• Present a courteous and professional demeanor at all times
• Demonstrate proficiency, flexibility, self-motivation, accountability, ownership, and a positive demeanor
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance
• Participation in the Maryland Retirement and Pension Plan, with optional 403(b) contributions
• Paid sick leave, personal days, and vacation
• Access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources