Speech Language Pathologist - Upper Rio Grande Valley GP (26-27)
About the role
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is a key member of the Special Programs team and partners with regional instructional leaders, campus leaders, and teachers to maximize student outcomes. As the SLP, you will be responsible for setting ambitious goals for IDEA student achievement and investing students and families in accomplishing them. You will create a powerful learning environment and plan and deliver purposeful therapy in order to close gaps in communication and academic skills. You will assess for the presence of communication disorders, track student progress towards team goals, and analyze data to intervene and adjust therapy, seeking excellence as an educator and IDEA team member. The SLP reports directly to the regional Lead SLP. This role involves some minor travel between assigned campuses. Location: This is a full-time on-site position located in the Upper RGV. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.
Responsibilities
- Review IEPs and ensure 100% implementation of extensive knowledge and provide top quality speech therapy services.
- Create IEPs aligned to instruction with the collaboration of parents, general educators, special educators, and interventionists.
- Monitor students’ therapy and academic progress throughout the year in order to update goals and request additional testing when deemed necessary.
- Ensure