Part-time Speech Therapist (Burlington County)

Educational Services Commission of New Jersey•Piscataway, NJ

1d•$45 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech and Language Pathologist reports to the principal or other appropriate certified administrator, as designated by the Superintendent. The Speech and Language Pathologist is part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for coordination and development of services for students with disabilities, as well as delivery of related services and program evaluation. This role involves providing implementation services for children requiring specialized speech and language therapy, identifying student needs, developing and implementing intervention plans, and advising school personnel on available resources. The therapist will also coordinate and participate in Individualized Service Plan (ISP) reviews, collaborate with school leaders, and engage in staff development activities.

Requirements

Speech & Language Pathologist certification from the NJ State Department of Education.
Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate intervention strategies.
Excellent oral and communication skills.
Demonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assigned.
Alternatives to the above qualifications the Commission may find appropriate

Responsibilities

Provide implementation services for children who require the specialized services of a Speech and Language Pathologist.
Identifies needs of students; develops action plans based on identified needs; evaluates ongoing programs/plans; implements ongoing programs, activities and revises activities as needed; advises school personnel regarding available resources.
Presents information about the services offered to students, school personnel, parents; assists parents and students with individual needs to secure available services; creates a positive climate during consultation; serves on multidisciplinary teams.
Delivers services to students to improve skills/functional abilities; demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents and educational staff; assists teachers and students in implementing plans/strategies; involves students in setting objectives; uses a systematic process to assess needs plan intervention and evaluate outcomes.
Identify student needs and develop, implement, and evaluate intervention plans; advise school personnel regarding available resources and supports.
Coordinate and participate in speech-language ISP annual reviews, ensuring timely and compliant service delivery in accordance with student needs.
Collaborate with nonpublic school leaders to coordinate scheduling and delivery of speech-language services across assigned school sites.
Participate in staff development activities and staff meetings, as required.
Engage in positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents, and educational staff; involve students in setting objectives.