Applications will be accepted beginning
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (24-25 SY)
JOB TITLE: Speech-Licensed Pathologist
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
PAY GRADE: Professional 03
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education
DUTY DAYS: 192 Days
DEPARTMENT: Special Education
This position is eligible for a Non-Chapter 21 Contract
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Plan and provide direct/indirect therapy to students with articulation, language, fluency, and voice disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students’ ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Implement Response to Intervention strategies with general education students for early intervening services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology
- Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the Texas Board of Examiner’s for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
OR
- Valid Texas Teacher’s Certificate for Speech-Language Therapy
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Skill in the use of tests and measurements for assessing speech-language disorders
- Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned
- Ability to work with a range of abilities and maturity levels as assigned
Speech/language pathology experience or graduate practicum experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Program Management
- Assess students with speech or language disorders and determine eligibility for services.
- Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
- Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee regarding interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with speech and/or language disorders according to district procedures.
- Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.
- Counsel and involve parents in the remedial process.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students.
- Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in the identification and understanding of students with communication deficits.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Comply with department SHARS reporting requirements.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policy.
- Remain current and comply with department Medicaid billing submissions.
School Climate
- Present a positive role model for students that support the mission of the school district.
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
- Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student.
- Maintain confidentiality, compile and maintain all reports and other required documents.
School Improvement
- Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the assessment program and implement changes based on the findings.
- Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.
Student Management
- Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
- Establish control and administer discipline according to board policies and administrative regulations.
Professional Growth and Development
- Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Obtain continuing education/staff development hours to remain current and responsive to professional and ethical standards.
- Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.
School/Community Relations
- Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of speech therapy to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
- Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
- Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
- Actively participate in campus activities.
- Maintain a supportive and positive relationship with school personnel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- May direct/monitor licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s), Clinical Fellowship intern(s), or graduate student intern(s).
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES:
- Abide by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Code of Ethics.
- Adhere to all board policies, district administrative procedures, and the Individuals with Disabilities Act.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain professionalism with all staff. Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in-district and occasional in-state travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primary Location: Special Education
Salary Range: $61,006.00 - $72,628.00 / Not Applicable
Irving Independent School District
2621 W. Airport Freeway
Irving, TX 75062
(972) 600-5000
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