QUALIFICATIONS:             

• A valid license to practice as a language/speech pathologist
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• Good physical condition with the ability to lift 10 pounds

REPORTS TO: Exceptional Education Director and principals

SUPERVISES:            N/A

JOB GOAL:  Identify and service all children with communication disorders, which will include the evaluation, diagnosis, and remediation of language, articulation, voice, fluency and hearing disorders

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet and instruct individuals and groups in the location and at times designated
• Develop and maintain a classroom conducive to effective learning by organizing time, space, materials, equipment, activities, etc. to take into account differences in capabilities, learning styles, and rate of learning
• Complete necessary special services forms needed for a referral to placement process (permission, interviews, screening, etc.)
• Administer and interpret assessment tests for students recommended for the EE program
• Screen hearing and speech/language of students in kindergarten and head start centers
• Conduct parent interviews for initial testing permission, placement, etc.
• Evaluate language, articulation, voice, and fluency
• Serve as a member of the Multidisciplinary Eligibility/Evaluation Team (MEET) when appropriate
• Work with the regular and Exceptional Education teachers to plan curriculum for multi-handicapped children
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter being taught, while employing a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals/groups involved
• Develop and maintain students’ IEP and IEP folders with appropriate documentation
• Provide appropriate paperwork to the district office
• Assume additional responsibilities when deemed necessary by the Exceptional Education Director or Superintendent