Hybrid Speech Language Pathologist - Assistive Technology chez Lexington County School District One

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Position Title: Speech Language Pathologist – Assistive Technology

Department: Special Services

Reports To: Director of Special Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

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REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in speech/language pathology or an advanced program approved by the State Board of Education for the preparation of speech/language therapists or degree in education.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Minimum qualifying score(s) on the area examination(s) required by the State Board of Education

Valid SLP licensure through SC LLR

Valid South Carolina Teaching License (any applicable area)

Must have current government issued identification

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

8 Hours/190 Days

Certified Salary Schedule 

The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full-time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment may be adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides Assistive Technology (AT) assessment, consultation, and services to students as needed to address educational and communication limitations and strengths and recommend equipment to fit their needs; collaborates with educational teams to determine appropriate accommodations, modifications, assistive technology devices and services that allow students to benefit from their specially designed instruction and/or participate in general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive learning environment.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials. 
• Coordinates school-based teams in the evaluation, planning, and implementation of AT assessments, tools and services. Provides guidance in recommendations to students’ IEP based on the results of the AT evaluation.
• Provides training to students’ educational team, including school personnel, family members and outside providers if indicated, in regards to AT tools and strategies.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Plans and provides in-services and other training to school personnel in regards to AT tools and services, effective teaching strategies and/or accommodations and modifications in regards to AT tools and strategies.
• Maintains Assistive Technology equipment and devices in the AT lending library and makes recommendations for the procurement of additional equipment and materials.
• Maintains documentation regarding AT recommendations and services provided.
• Schedules AT services and/or training with school personnel and travel to schools or coordinate virtual training as scheduled.
• Provides guidance and direct training to students who use AT when indicated.
• Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of Assistive Technology tools and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap.
• Provides technical assistance for AT tools and materials and performs basic maintenance on AT equipment from the AT lending library.
• Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
• Remains current with research and best practices in the Assistive Technology field by participating in continuing education opportunities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Provides student evaluations and training of Assistive Technology tools. Provides staff training. Responsible for materials and supplies budget (if applicable). Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation.

Personal computer experience required. Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to apply knowledge and current research and theory. Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines. Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group. The ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines. Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee. Computer literacy required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as boxes of materials. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours. Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment for this position varies. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job is evaluated annually according to Board Policy.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

The information contained in this job-description is intended for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Lexington County School District One is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all students, parents/legal guardians, staff, visitors, personnel and community members who participate or seek to participate in its programs or activities. Therefore, the district does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age, genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.

The district will use the grievance procedures set forth in policy to process complaints based on alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008; and Titles I and II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.