Hybrid Speech and Language Pathologist na Summit ESC

Speech and Language Pathologist 
Reports to: Director of Student Services  
Salary: Per the negotiated contract

Summary/Objective: Assess and treat students with speech and language impairments  to improve their communication and pragmatic language skills.  Experience with augmentative assistive communication devices is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

• Valid ODE license in Speech Pathology

• A valid State of Ohio licensure in Speech Pathology

• Previous experience in a school setting is preferred.

• Other qualifications the Board/Superintendent may find permissible for this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide speech and language services to school age students.

• Screens and evaluates language, communication skills, and hearing of students.

• Scores, writes, maintains communicative status reports.

• Gather data concerning speech, language, and communication targets.

• Monitors and documents student progress, adjusts accordingly.

• Part of the building team to write quality multi-factored evaluations (MFE) and individualized education programs (IEP) as needed.

• Complete administrative responsibilities, such as coordinating paperwork, scheduling case management activities, or writing lesson plans.

• Develop individual or group activities or programs in schools to deal with speech and language problems. 

• Design, develop, or employ alternative diagnostic or communication devices or strategies.

Other:

• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

• Serves as a role model to students.

• Carries self with a high level of professionalism.

• Is a team player.

• Complies with all board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.

• Maintains regular, reliable and predictable attendance as this is a function of this position.

• Keeps all professional license(s) applicable to position current at all times.

• Has a current and passing BCI/FBI background check on file with HR during entire employment.

• Performs all aspects of the job and other duties as directed or assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Demands (may include but not limited to):

• Will encounter students, parents, coworkers, colleagues and the general public. May encounter rude/angry individuals.

• Exposure to airborne pathogens, blood borne pathogens and/or communicable diseases.

• Exposure to weather conditions and/or temperature extremes.

• May be required to perform repetitive movements.

• May be required to travel to meetings and work assignments.