Preschool Early Intervention: Speech Language Pathologist NorthEast: Gateway, EA, McKeesport, PH, Plum, Wilk, WH

Preschool Early Intervention Speech Language PathologistNorth-East Region Itinerant: Northeast: Gateway, East Allegheny, McKeesport, Penn Hills, Plum, Wilkinsburg, Woodland HillsPosition Summary: To provide coverage to Preschool Early Intervention classrooms or itinerant caseloads, including planning and delivering specially designed instruction/consultation to eligible young children in the Preschool Early Intervention classrooms and community settings: preschool, childcare, or home. To conduct screenings and in-depth evaluations for intake and in-program children.Duties and Responsibilities:Manage itinerant caseload into community settings and the necessary traveling throughout Allegheny County.Participate in developmental screenings/evaluations and document results.Effectively communicate the results of the screening/evaluation to parents/guardians and determine whether further evaluation is warranted.Schedule and complete in-depth evaluations based on the results of the screening and/or a review of available records.Select, administer, and interpret current standardized assessment tools for preschool-age children to accurately identify their needs. Report assessment information clearly and accurately in ERs and follow program and state guidelines for qualifying children for services.Develop appropriate IEPs based on evaluation results and the needs of the child within timelines. Schedule IEP meetings and send invitations to all required participants.Communicate daily with DART personnel and parents via telephone, notes, emails or meetings.Collaborate with all personnel/consultants delivering services in order to implement the specially designed instruction to meet all goals.Demonstrate an understanding of early childhood curriculum and the ability to make adaptations and modifications to meet individual needs.Coordinate the transition process for children preparing to enter kindergarten programs.Establish positive relationships with community partners by familiarizing and respecting the unique rules of each community setting.Requirements:Valid PA certification in Speech Language Impaired K-12 requiredMaster's Degree in Speech Language Pathology requiredASHA CCCs or Clinical Fellow candidate who has passed the ASHA exam requiredExperience working with the preschool population in Early Childhood Environments preferredEffective verbal and written communication skillAbility to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholder groupsAbility to analyze and resolve complex issues, while remaining logical and interpersonalExcellent collaboration and leadership skillsAbility to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressureSelf-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsibleAbility to travel throughout the County requiredAbility to comply with the AIU Conduct policyAdditional Requirements:Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.Working Conditions:Sitting for extended period of timeLifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 poundsAbility to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and suppliesMoving fingers and hands in a repetitive mannerAbility to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customersHearing clearlyAdequate vision to perform dutiesReports To: SupervisorDepartment: Preschool Early InterventionPosition Schedule: 190 daysSalary: AIUEA (Step 1 $48,000.00)Benefits: Per the AIUEA AgreementTo Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a resume and PDE Certificate at AIU Career SitePlease send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net