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CLARKSVILLE-MONTGOMERY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Department: Instruction
Job Description Date Reviewed: June 2018
Reports To: Building Principal
D.P.Y: 10 month/200day
Purpose of Job
To provide each child with a speech and/or language impairment an individualized education program that will enable such child to reach the maximum potential in speech and/or language development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Works cooperatively with members of the multi-disciplinary team to meet individual student needs in their least restrictive environment.
- Supervises assigned Speech-Language Teachers according to Tennessee and ASHA guidelines for SLP supervision of SLP-As.
- Completes observations of each child for particular strengths and weaknesses.
- Conducts speech and/or language and/or hearing screenings as required.
- Conducts formal and informal articulation and/or language assessments.
- Supervises formal assessments conducted by Speech-Language Teachers.
- Implements the individual education program for each child using a variety of teaching techniques.
- Works cooperatively with classroom teachers interpreting the abilities and disabilities of students.
- Assesses the child periodically to check progress and make required changes in program.
- Conferences with parents regarding the speech/language problems of students.
- Undertakes continuing professional study in the education and assessment of exceptional children.
- Keeps accurate, up-to-date records pertinent to the program for exceptional children.
- Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
- Plans a program of study in collaboration with the certified SLT.
- Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation.
- Establishes clear outcomes for all lessons, class work, and projects.
- Supports the program of study using a variety of instructional techniques.
- Serves as a model for the district’s mission, vision, and goals.
- Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports.
- Recognizes suspected disabilities of students and seeks assistance from qualified personnel.
- Takes necessary precautions to protect students and confidentiality of records.
- Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required.
- Assists administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life.
- Makes provision for being available to students and parents outside the instructional day.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings and serves on committees.
- Maintains a standard of performance and conduct as required.
- Supervises pupils at school-related functions.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities.
Additional Job Functions
Performs other duties as required.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
• A Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Tennessee Health Board License within two years.
• Successful practicum experience if applicable.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
KNOWLEDGE OF JOB
Considerable knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school system. Capability to develop and implement long-term goals. Knowledge of changes in statutes, policy, procedures and methods as they pertain to public education. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with various stakeholders.
(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of office machines and exert up to twenty pounds of force occasionally.
DATA CONCEPTION:
Requires the ability to compare and judge observable characteristics of data, people or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey information.
LANGUAGE ABILITY:
Requires the ability to read a variety of documentation and write reports with proper format.
INTELLIGENCE:
Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques.
VERBAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information effectively.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to perform basic mathematical operations.
FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper dimensions visually.
MOTOR COORDINATION:
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using office equipment.
MANUAL DEXTERITY:
Requires the ability to handle various items and tools.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION:
Requires the ability to differentiate colors.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT:
Requires the ability to deal with people effectively.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to talk and/or hear.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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