SPEECH THERAPIST

Speech PathologistFLSA: ExemptQualifications:Master's degree and/or public school Type A or B Level Certification in Speech PathologyValid license issued by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and AudiologyReports To: Special Education SupervisorJob Goal: To provide professional service through which pupils having speech, language, and/or hearing disorders may be helped to more effectively respond to academic trainingTerm: Nine MonthsSalary: Nine Month Teacher Salary SchedulePerformance Responsibilities:Instructional ResponsibilitiesTo provide speech/language screening assessment of public school studentsTo become familiar with each assigned student's specific evaluation strengths and deficits as evidenced by the child's comprehensive evaluation and IEP informationTo prepare and maintain in the classroom daily lesson plans which shall promote systematic growth in fundamental knowledge and skillsTo establish student long range goals yearly with short term objectives to be developed during the year on the school's regular reporting period and documented on the IEPTo prepare and schedule a specific number of instructional periods for each child as needed and indicated on the IEPTo assess and evaluate each student's progress on a regular basisTo make provision for individual differences by such means as using effective grouping procedures, individualized instruction and utilizing a variety of materials on the student's levelTo create and maintain a physical environment that is conducive to learning including attractive and meaningful bulletin boards, appropriate seating arrangements, cleanliness and orderlinessTo demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development respecting the individuality of each childManagement ResponsibilitiesTo follow the time schedule of the school being servedTo sign in and out of school on appropriate formsTo meet with parents and/or teachers to promote or effect language learning in children, when appropriateTo be responsible for attending any administrative and/or professional meetings called by the home-based principalTo notify principals and the Special Education office in case of absence from workTo account for the care of assigned speech therapy materialsTo be accurate and neat in completing required records and reports and turning these in promptlyTo maintain control, promote self-discipline, and manage time efficientlyProfessional ResponsibilitiesTo attend inservice workshops as mandated by local policies or legislative actsTo contribute to and participate in activities or organizations which foster professional growth whenever possibleTo promote the educational process as evidenced by the sharing of ideas and materials of other staff membersTo maintain and exhibit a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and development of all studentsPersonal ResponsibilitiesTo observe standards of conduct demonstrating integrity and dependability and observing confidentialityTo set a good example by personal appearance in accordance with parish dress codeTo maintain self-control and pose and demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations showing effectiveness under pressureTo accept responsibility commensurate with assigned tasks meeting obligations to students and staffTo establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation planTo work effectively with school personnel and staffTo consistently demonstrate self-directionTo submit accurate records and reports promptlyTo exhibit professional ethicsTo foster open communication and positive relationships with school personnel and staffTo foster open communication and positive relationships with the communityTo perform any other duties or responsibilities not listed as delegated by the Principal or designated personTo follow state, school board and school policies