Speech Language Pathologist

QUALIFICATIONS: State of Alabama Professional Educator Certificate with proper endorsements

JOB GOAL: To enable students to develop communication skills needed to achieve their maximum academic and social potential

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conducts evaluation of students with communicative disorders.
2. Evaluates and diagnoses speech and language disorders.
3. Develops and implements individualized education plans to meet the unique needs of each student receiving therapy service.
4. Develops appropriate service delivery models to meet the needs of students.
5. Refers students to other professional and community agencies.
6. Consults with classroom teachers and other school personnel to facilitate carry-over of therapy gains into classroom activities.
7. Provides information, support, and guidance to parents/guardians and families.
8. Assists teachers in the identification of children with communicative disorders.
9. Maintains records for students evaluated and receiving services.
10. Informs administrators and other members of the educational team of program developments and student progress.
11. Engages in personal professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
12. Coordinates services with other school programs.
13. Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
14. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duty Days: 187

Salary Range: According to Madison County Schools Salary Schedule. Actual salary will be determined by rank and experience. Current employees with questions regarding step placement on the salary schedule should contact the Personnel Department.

Additional Information: Please contact the Director of Special Education for any additional inquiries.

The State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

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