Speech Language Pathologist at Covington Independent Public Schools
Covington Independent Public Schools · Covington, United States Of America · Onsite
- Office in Covington
- Position Type:
Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist - Date Posted:
11/11/2025 - Location:
District Wide Additional Information: Show/Hide - Hold a master’s degree or any combination equivalent to a master’s degree in the area of speech-language pathology from an accredited program in speech-language therapy, and all other requirements as set forth in KRS 334A. 050.
- Hold a valid speech-language pathology license, or interim license, issued by the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
- Have proven ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty and administration.
- Principles and techniques of speech-language therapy.
- Methods of procedures for assessments and treatment of communication disorders (speech sound production and use, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, oral motor, etc.).
- State and federal laws and regulations regarding special education records, due process and service provision.
- Local School district policies and procedures.
- State laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology.
- Kentucky Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disabilities.
- Principle of training and supervising staff.
- Health and safety regulations.
- Provide speech-language therapy to eligible students.
- Develop and evaluate the appropriateness of treatment plans (IEPs).
- Develop student rapport and establish a positive therapeutic atmosphere.
- Communicate and work effectively with the families of students with disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals.
- Maintain student records and prepare reports as specified by the District.
- Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare written evaluations and reports.
- Remain current concerning knowledge of therapeutic and special issues.
- Operate and maintain therapeutic and office equipment.
- Prioritize and schedule work.
- Meet schedules and timelines.
- Train and supervise others as needed.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
- Under the direction of the Admissions & Release Committee, screen, assess and identify students with communication disorders that adversely affect their educational progress. Develop and provide direct and indirect services within the student’s educational setting, based on established IEP goals and objectives. To help reduce or eliminate speech, language impairments that interfere with the student's ability to derive full educational benefit from the educational program within the Covington Independent School District.
- Prepare written evaluations and maintain records that clearly and succinctly document services provided, students’ progress and discharge from therapy as recommended to the Admissions & Release Committee.
- Comply with evaluation standards and determine eligibility for services based on the Kentucky Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disorders.
- Effectively communicate test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans to the Admissions and Release Committee.
- Participate in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, Individual Education Plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models.
- Assure compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Prepare reports as needed by the local school district and/or the KY Department of Education.
- Develop treatment plans consistent with the IEP. Review therapy goals and objectives and make recommendations for changes as appropriate to the Admissions and Release Committee.
- Employ instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student’s goals and objectives.
- Operate and maintain a variety of therapeutic equipment and train others in use of the equipment as necessary.
- Assess, select and develop augmentative and/or alternative communication systems and provide training in their use.
- Participate in hearing screening programs to identify and refer students with suspected hearing impairment and/or middle ear disorders.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of any assigned staff. Adhere to state law regarding the type and amount of supervision required for licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s).
- Communicate with students who have disorders of communication, their families, caregivers and other service providers relative to the student's disability and its management.
- Assist in the development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of students with communication disabilities.
- Remain current concerning instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech-language therapy.
- Attend and participate in professional workshops and conferences.
- Provide in-service training to other professionals and paraprofessionals.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as needed.
- Operate office equipment, as appropriate.
- Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing and language problems of children.
- Develops and carries forth a program of speech and language therapy for those students requiring it.
- Provides screening to identify speech, language and hearing disabled children at regular intervals.
- Assists in referrals of individuals to agencies or specialists in the community as appropriate.
- Compiles and maintains all records as needed.
- Perform simple checks and maintenance of equipment.
- Maintains professional awareness of current literature related to assignment, including working knowledge of state and federal law, Board policy and administrative regulations.
- Performs other duties consistent with the position as may be assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.
- Complete the online application at: www.covington.kyschools.us.
- Please direct questions about the online application process to Aisha Payne at 859-392-1014 or [email protected].
- For information regarding this position, please contact Misti Carr at [email protected].
- This position will be filled as soon as possible. All applications will be evaluated and screened.
| Speech Language Pathologist | JobID: 1358 |
COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION VACANCY
POSITION: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
SCHOOL/PROGRAM: DISTRICTWIDE
DATE POSTED: NOVEMBER 11, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
ABILITY TO:
JOB GOAL:
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Special Education
CONTRACT: 185 Days; days will be adjusted for the remainder of school year.
SALARY: Based on rank and experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
62-2526-000
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