Anticipated Secondary Speech and Language Pathologist in London

Provide speech and language assessments and therapy to students who have a variety of disabling conditions including developmental, neurological, orthopedic and behavioral dysfunction/disorders; determine eligibility for services and therapy; provide therapy in the areas of receptive and expressive language, articulation, stuttering and voice; support the transition of students through the education system.

Qualifications

• Possesses Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree, with a certificate of clinical competence, required
• Possesses valid Pennsylvania certificate and valid speech license
• Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility, Criminal History Record, Pre-Employment Drug Testing, and Physical Examination/TB Test Standard
• Possesses proficiency in the English language, with strong oral and written communication skills
• Possesses ability to deal courteously and tactfully with school personnel and the public
• Possesses ability to operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned
• Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Possesses valid driver’s license if position requires travel around district

Knowledge of:

• Remediation strategies and behaviour management techniques
• Instructional terminology, program philosophies, concepts, materials, methods and procedures
• Proper administration, evaluation and interpretation of diagnostic tests and measurements
• Techniques and methods of speech and language assessment, diagnosis, evaluation and planning
• Record keeping and report writing techniques
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

Primary Job Functions

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the District of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

• Accepts and processes referrals; administers and interprets diagnostic tests to identify the language, speech and hearing needs of referred students; evaluates results and determines primary disabling condition; communicates related information to the individualized education program (IEP) team
• Consults with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding the language, speech, and hearing needs of students; serves as a member of the IEP team and other special groups as appropriate
• Prepares diagnostic reports; facilitates referrals to other agencies, clinics or resources when necessary
• Collaborates and prepares modifications and recommendations for students who have not qualified for service; monitors, facilitates and re-evaluates student progress
• Implements effective remediation strategies and behavioural management techniques to individuals enrolled in therapy; collaborates with regular and special education teachers, and instructional assistants to provide classroom intervention
• Designs augmentative communication systems (BoardMaker) and trains students, staff and parents in related systems, or makes appropriate referral to outside agency or local IU; designs speech and language home programs and trains parents in their use
• Organizes and maintains records as required by law and district policy
• Provides planned learning experiences in order to motivate pupils and best utilize the available time for instruction; identifies and adjusts instructional objectives in terms of student need using grade level standards and assessments
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials to provide individualized and small group, as well as whole group, instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Creates lesson plans that comply with PA Core Standards and/or PA Academic Standards
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behaviour needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom; supports and assists in maintaining district discipline policy and the site discipline plan; develops self-discipline responsibility and leadership skills in the students
• Evaluates pupils academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports; communicates with parents on the individual pupils progress
• Creates a therapy environment which is conducive for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers and which includes models of high standards and expectations for student work
• Promotes School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)
• Maintains professional competence through staff development activities and/or self-selected professional growth activities
• Administers multiple-measure assessment tests in accordance with the testing program and IEP goals
• Maintains regular and timely attendance

Secondary Job Functions

• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day
• Administers to the health needs of students, as needed
• Participates in meetings, conferences and in-services as assigned
• Performs related duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Possesses ability to access, input and generate output of data from a computer
• Possesses ability to understand directions and instructions in order to perform duties
• Possesses ability to effectively communicate in order to exchange information

Term of Employment

Contracted days, compensation and benefits per the PSEA-NEA Agreement

FLSA Status

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.