DEFINITION
The Speech Language Pathologist identifies, assesses, and provides therapy services to pupils with speech and language disorders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Screen, identify, assess, and develop recommendations in the areas of articulation, phonology, oral motor,
semantics, syntax, pragmatics, voice fluency, and augmentative/alternative communication for pupils with
communicative disorders.
- Utilize appropriate diagnostic assessment procedures, following professional guidelines, to thoroughly and
accurately diagnose communicative disorders using both formal and informal assessment measures
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
- Develops goals and objectives, provides collaboration, consultation, and direct service to meet individual needs as
determined by the IEP team
- Collaborate and participate in IEP meetings, Student Study Team (SST) meetings, and conferences as appropriate
- Provide an educational environment which establishes, maintains, and reinforces appropriate pupil behavior,
attitudes, and social skills
- Communicate clearly and effectively with others, both orally and in writing
- Research and utilize new information regarding intervention/treatment techniques methods, assessment materials
to enhance pupil educational opportunities and outcomes
- Provide and utilize appropriate and effective speech and language assessment procedures and therapy experiences
for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
- Monitor and supervise speech and language aides, assistants, student teachers, interns, Clinical Fellows as needed
- Promotes and maintains pupil records and documentation and confidentiality
- Establishes and maintains a suitable, inviting, and stimulating learning environment
SUPERVISION EXERCISED OR RECEIVED
Under the immediate direction of the site administrator and the Director of Special Education.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Master’s Degree in Speech pathology or closely related field
- Must hold Standard Credential with specialization in Speech and Hearing Service, Restricted Special Education
Speech Hearing Credential, Clinical Services Rehabilitation Credential, or Speech Language Pathology in LSH
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
- Valid California State license
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
*Visual ability to read a variety of materials, corrected or uncorrected
*Able to conduct verbal conversation in audible tones and understandable voice and speech
patterns
*Able to hear with or without hearing aid(s) sufficient to hear normal range verbal conversation
(approximately 60 decibels)
*Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, reach and walk
*Able to sit, stand, kneel, or squat for extended periods of time
*Able to climb slopes, stairs, steps, ramps and ladders
*Able to lift up to 50 pounds
*Able to carry up to 50 pounds
*Able to push and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds
*Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and coordination sufficient to operate office and/or
classroom equipment in a safe and efficient manner
*Able to work with cleaning solutions, disinfectants and sanitizers in a safe and effective
manner without allergic reaction
Pay: $68.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Speech Language Pathology: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Speech and Hearing Service (Required)
Work Location: In person
