SUMMARY
Promote communicative and linguistic competence and optimize outcomes for profoundly deaf students 3-21 years of age.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Planning and implementing individualized intervention strategies that foster communicative competence.
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Collaborating/consulting with classroom teachers.
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Selecting and conducting appropriate assessments based on individual student needs.
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Preparing evaluation summaries and annual review reports.
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Develop treatment plans (IEPs) that are strength-based for overall educational improvement.
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Participating in IEP meetings.
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Engaging in continuing education and professional growth activities.
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Create and enforce a positive culture of learning, respect, and rapport in line with the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission
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Other duties as are appropriate and assigned by supervisor.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including proficiency in English and possesses emerging to proficient American Sign Language (ASL) skills with a commitment to reach proficient level
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
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Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
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Candidates must have the following credentials:
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CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology)
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May have CF-SLP (Clinical Fellowship in Speech Language Pathology)
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Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
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ASHA membership
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TSHH or TSSLD certificate
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Knowledge of American Sign Language
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Experience working with Deaf students is desirable
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Required clearance includes medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, and SCR and SEL clearance
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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Prolonged periods of walking around in and outside of the building.
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Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
