Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist and Language Interventionist Reports To: Special Education CoordinatorFLSA Status: ExemptPosition Purpose: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist supports students' communication, language, literacy, and academic development through a combination of special education services and targeted intervention. This role provides speech-language evaluations and IEP services while also delivering evidence-based Tier 2 language and literacy intervention to students who need additional support accessing grade-level instruction.The position serves as a bridge between special education and general education, helping strengthen schoolwide language development, literacy outcomes, and MTSS systems while preserving students' access to the Montessori classroom experience.Core Responsibilities: Speech Language Assessment and Evaluation: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Conduct speech and language evaluations as part of special education assessments.* Assess expressive and receptive language, articulation, pragmatics, phonological processing, and communication skills.* Contribute evaluation findings to eligibility determination and IEP development.* Maintain compliance with evaluation timelines and documentation requirements.Speech-Language Services: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Provide direct, indirect, and int egrated speech-language services aligned to student IEPs.* Develop individualized therapy plans.* Deliver services through push-in and pull-out models as appropriate.* Monitor progress toward IEP goals and adjust services based on student performance.* Collaborate with classroom staff to generalize communication skills across instructional settings.Tier 2 Language and Literacy Intervention: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Provide targeted small-group intervention focused on oral language, vocabulary development, phonological awareness, foundational literacy, reading comprehension, and language-based learning.* Deliver evidence-based intervention using structured instructional routines.* Use short-cycle intervention with measurable goals and regular progress monitoring.* Adapt instruction to support diverse learners.* Reinforce language skills that allow students to fully access Montessori work and classroom instruction.* Support student confidence, independence, and communication across learning environments.MTSS and Student Support Systems: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Collaborate in identifying students needing Tier 2 language or literacy support.* Use assessment data to determine intervention groups and instructional priorities.* Progress monitor intervention students and adjust instruction accordingly.* Contribute data and recommendations during MTSS/SST meetings.* Help distinguish between students requiring intervention and those requiring special education evaluation.* Ensure strong alignment between intervention, special education, and classroom instruction.Collaboration and Instructional Support: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Partner closely with classroom teachers to strengthen language-rich instructional practices.* Share strategies that support vocabulary development, language comprehension, communication, and literacy.* Model instructional practices when appropriate.* Support teachers in interpreting student language and literacy data.* Collaborate with special education staff, interventionists, instructional coaches, and administrators to improve student outcomes.Family Partnership: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Communicate with families regarding speech-language services and intervention progress.* Participate in IEP meetings and family conferences.* Provide families with strategies that reinforce communication and language development at home when appropriate.Professional Practice: The Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist will: * Maintain accurate service logs, evaluation reports, progress monitoring records, and compliance documentation.* Participate in coaching, professional learning, and continuous improvement.* Stay current on evidence-based speech-language and literacy intervention practices.* Uphold all school policies and professional expectations.Essential Functions: The essential functions of the Speech-Language Pathologist & Language Interventionist position include, but are not limited to: * Conducting speech and language evaluations and documenting findings in compliance with applicable timelines, legal requirements, and professional standards.* Developing, implementing, and monitoring speech-language services aligned to student IEPs.* Delivering targeted small-group and individualized intervention to strengthen students' communication, oral language, vocabulary, phonological awareness, literacy, and language-based learning.* Using assessment and progress-monitoring data to identify student needs, adjust instruction, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and services.* Maintaining accurate, organized, and timely records related to evaluations, IEP services, progress monitoring, intervention participation, and compliance requirements.* Collaborating effectively with classroom teachers, special education staff, instructional leaders, families, and related service providers to support student growth and ensure alignment between intervention, special education, and core instruction.* Contributing to MTSS/SST processes through data analysis, student problem-solving, intervention planning, and recommendations regarding additional supports or special education evaluation.* Supporting teachers through consultation, modeling, and sharing strategies that strengthen language-rich instruction, communication development, and literacy practices within the classroom.* Managing multiple student caseloads, intervention groups, evaluation timelines, and instructional priorities simultaneously while maintaining high-quality services.* Communicating clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats with staff, families, and outside agencies as appropriate.* Participating in IEP meetings, MTSS/SST meetings, professional development, coaching cycles, and other assigned responsibilities.* Performing duties that require frequent movement throughout the school building and active engagement with students across instructional settings.* Maintaining regular and reliable attendance.Performance Expectations: Performance will be evaluated based on: Student Communication Outcomes* Growth in speech, language, and communication skills Student Academic Outcomes* Evidence of growth in language, literacy, and foundational reading skills Data Use and Progress Monitoring* Effective use of assessment data to guide intervention and monitor progress Compliance and Documentation* Timely, accurate evaluations, IEP documentation, and service recordsCollaboration and Systems Contribution* Strong partnership with teachers and meaningful contributions to MTSS and IEP processesInstructional Leadership* Support for schoolwide language development and effective Tier 2 systems
