Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Reports To: Superintendent/ Special Education Director
Classification: Certified
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CEA
GENERAL DUTIES
Screen, evaluate and identify eligible students for speech and language services; design and implement appropriate intervention strategies; collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule. Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers and significant others.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A license by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology; or a license issued by the Teacher Standards and Practice Commission (TSPC) prior to July 1, 2016, and
Hold a Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA); or
Has completed the equivalent educational requirements and work experience necessary for the certificate; or
Has completed the academic program and is acquiring supervised work experience to qualify for the certificate
A Master’s Degree in Speech and Language, Speech-Language Pathology, or Communication Disorders
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on the job travel
The ability to follow oral and written instructions
The ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds
The ability to work harmoniously with others
Proficient oral and written communication skills in English
Proficient in use of computer and Internet based applications, including but not limited to email and systems applications
The ability to learn new automated systems as they are brought online by the District
Certificate of Clinical Competence or Clinical Fellowship Year candidate
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Annually pass the District’s required online training by the District’s assigned due-date
Follow site and/or District protocol for reporting absences
Maintain current licenses and/or certificates required for the position
Utilize the District’s electronic systems and applications related to the job
Design and implement appropriate intervention strategies, including a broad array of service delivery models including application of technology
Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers, and others as appropriate
Collaborate with teachers and parents regarding program content and intervention services
Collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule
Monitor the effectiveness of the intervention
Implement requirements of Federal and State regulations
Maintain records and reports required by District, State, and Federal agencies
Cooperate with various agencies in referring and providing appropriate reciprocal services
Analyze and forecast need for services
Provide services either directly or through consultation as listed on the student’s IEP
Write IEP goals and objectives as necessary for the student on an IEP who requires services from an SLP
Participate as an effective member of the Student Study Team
Collect appropriate student performance data for determining the extent to which student IEP goals and objectives are achieved
Perform duties and expectations of a Case Manager
Partner and collaborate with teachers and specialists to ensure IEP is implemented
Provide instruction and direction to assigned instructional assistants ensuring delivery of instructional services
Maintain all equipment identified in the I.E.P. for students
This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District’s goals.
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS
Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds
Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting
Have regular and punctual attendance
Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by proper authority
Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, and District patrons
Pay Grade: Based on salary agreement
Last Revised: February 2024
