District Wide Speech Therapist

JobID: 366 Position Type: Student Support Services/354 Speech Therapist Date Posted: 3/23/2023 Location: APSB District-Wide Ascension Parish School Board Job Description I. JOB TITLE: Speech, Language and Hearing Specialist JOB TYPE: 354 POSITION REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: T-1 FLSA STATUS: Exempt ASSIGNMENT PERIOD 182 days II. SUMMARY OF POSITION’S PURPOSE Plans and implements an effective speech/language therapy program for children with communication disorders. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION – Bachelor’s Degree in Speech/Language Therapy or Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Type A, B, C, or Ancillary Louisiana Teaching Certificate. Louisiana License. Additional criteria as the Board may require. IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts or participates in procedures for screening, evaluation, and placement in programs and dismissal/exit out of programs for speech impaired students, in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the State Department of Education and the Ascension Parish School Board. Participates as a member of the School Building Level Screening Committee to assist and guide members of the Committee in observing, describing and referring students. Designs a program that meets the individual needs of students by developing an appropriate Individualized Education Program in accordance with State Department of Education guidelines. Conducts ESY screening procedures, completes appropriate paperwork, and maintains documentation in accordance with guidelines. Completes all reports and paperwork accurately and within prescribed timelines. Maintains records as required by local, state, and federal policies and procedures. Utilizes therapy techniques which implement IEP objectives and that are consistent with the needs and capabilities of individual students. Collaborates with classroom teachers and other staff members to implement therapy procedures that will improve student performance in the classroom. Sends progress reports with report cards. Attends parish speech therapy meetings. Attends faculty meetings, parent/teacher meetings, and other school functions as requested. Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school board policies. Participates in professional growth and development programs. Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Schedules and/or attends conferences with parents. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured. Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives. Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system. Performs other services as required.