SLH in Dover

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for conducting evaluations and providing educationally relevant treatment for students with speech, language, and related disorders across grade levels, in accordance with federal, state, and district policies. The Speech-Language Pathologist works independently within the established scope of practice for the profession, and reports to the site administrator and/or Supervisor, Speech-Language.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

• Provides speech, language, hearing, and communication screenings and evaluations for students referred through school teams in accordance with state and district rules, guidelines, and professional practice standards.
• Reports and interprets findings of individual screenings and evaluations to parents, teachers, and other stakeholders.
• Develops educationally relevant recommendations, therapy, and treatment plans in accordance with current eligibility and Individual Education Plan (IEP) processes.
• Provides services and direct instruction to students with speech-language and related disabilities using a variety of service delivery models.
• Monitors student progress and adjusts treatment plans to meet established goals and objectives.
• Maintains documentation of student progress data and service records in accordance with district, state, and federal policies, including privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Trains and supervises specialized support personnel in accordance with professional practice guidelines and state rules. May supervise clinical fellows and graduate students as assigned by the Supervisor, Speech-Language.
• Serves as a resource for school problem-solving teams regarding speech, language, hearing, communication development, and the impact on educational achievement.
• Collaborates with teachers and other school staff to meet student needs related to established communication goals and objectives and offers support for general language and communication development in the educational setting.
• Participates in specialized professional learning activities designed to improve professional practice and as required to maintain licensure and certification.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

• Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
• Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritises and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyses information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem-solving situations.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Department of Health License in Speech Language Pathology or Florida Educator Certificate in Speech Language Impaired K-12. American Speech Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred. A Florida Department of Health Provisional License will be accepted for clinical fellows.

Language Skills: Reads, analyses, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardisation exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand, overhead.
• Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position may require travelling to various school sites, work locations, and/or community organisations throughout the district.