Special Education.Speech/language Patholog.1580

BCPS•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

Description Supports the educational service delivery of speech language pathology (SLP) in the Least Restrictive environment through collaborative practice and content peer coaching. Ensures access to a continuum of services so that students with disabilities have an opportunity to be educated with nondisabled peers to the maximum extent possible. Supports students’ access to the general education curriculum and grade level standards. Works collaboratively with the supervisor and others to implement professional learning communities and system, department and office initiatives. Responsibilities EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Assists the Supervisor, Related Services in consultation of and program evaluation of SLP services county-wide. Provides peer coaching/other duties in compliance with the TABCO Master Agreement. Ensure compliance with current assessment and service delivery of evidence based best practices as mandated by federal, state, local and system guidelines. Collaborate with staff from the Department of Special Education (DSE) and other departments/offices to support related services in schools and improve student outcomes through interprofessional collaborative practice. Provides and documents services such as attending teams, completing assessments and other services as assigned. Assists with collecting and/or analyzing data to support the provision of related services and management of materials, equipment, and supplies. Develops new materials and guidelines for SLPs that reflect updated, effective procedures and best practices. Provides feedback to SLPs in the coordination of SLP services system-wide. Supports with the identification of needs in schools and determining the SLP assignments. Assists with the placement and follow-up of contract agency SLPs in BCPS schools. Provides consultations, demonstration sessions, and materials to therapists. Participates in the design, preparation, and implementation of staff development activities for SLPs including evidence-based practice, and orientation/training sessions for new staff. Serves as a resource to SLPs, other special education personnel, families, and administrators regarding special education related services policies and procedures that apply to the delivery of SLP services. Collaborate with the Infants and Toddlers program regarding SLP services. Assists in the recruitment and hiring of highly qualified SLPs. Assists in identifying and processing requisitions for assessment, instructional materials, and equipment for students as outlined on their Individualized Education Program (IEP). Consults with the Department of Facilities Management regarding modifications for accessibility. Assists with monitoring services for extended school year (ESY). Assists in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local standards (e.g., Third Party Billing, MSDE). Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech language pathology. Five years of related professional experience. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a Speech-Language Pathology License from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of educational speech language pathology services to children, birth to 21, and their families. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of speech language pathology. Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills. Demonstration of strong human relations, communication, and organizational skills. Demonstration of strong computer/technology skills. Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of professionals providing speech language pathology services to students. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The work of this class is generally performed in school, community settings and office environments. Work requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires travel to worksites throughout the county. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Persons in this classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health’s Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP). Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required GRADE: 12 - Month Pay Scale SALARY: $77,907 - $143,653 FLSA: Exempt RETIREMENT: Eligible for Maryland State Retirement System BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire. Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement . This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees. Revised Date: 11/2006, 10/2015, 1/2016, 4/2019, 4/2026 NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). Application Instructions: Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below. Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment. Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position. You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education: Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application. Proof of Degree Equivalency: Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx Pre-Employment Requirements: All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US. If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214. Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university. Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing. All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting. Additional job verification will be required for salary credit. Contact Information: Sally Barbieri, M.Ed. Human Resource Officer Phone: 443-809-4605 Email: [email protected]

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech language pathology.
Five years of related professional experience.
Possession of a Speech-Language Pathology License from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) required.
Thorough knowledge of educational speech language pathology services to children, birth to 21, and their families.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of speech language pathology.
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Demonstration of strong human relations, communication, and organizational skills.
Demonstration of strong computer/technology skills.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of professionals providing speech language pathology services to students.

Responsibilities

Assists the Supervisor, Related Services in consultation of and program evaluation of SLP services county-wide.
Provides peer coaching/other duties in compliance with the TABCO Master Agreement.
Ensure compliance with current assessment and service delivery of evidence based best practices as mandated by federal, state, local and system guidelines.
Collaborate with staff from the Department of Special Education (DSE) and other departments/offices to support related services in schools and improve student outcomes through interprofessional collaborative practice.
Provides and documents services such as attending teams, completing assessments and other services as assigned.
Assists with collecting and/or analyzing data to support the provision of related services and management of materials, equipment, and supplies.
Develops new materials and guidelines for SLPs that reflect updated, effective procedures and best practices.
Provides feedback to SLPs in the coordination of SLP services system-wide.
Supports with the identification of needs in schools and determining the SLP assignments.
Assists with the placement and follow-up of contract agency SLPs in BCPS schools.
Provides consultations, demonstration sessions, and materials to therapists.
Participates in the design, preparation, and implementation of staff development activities for SLPs including evidence-based practice, and orientation/training sessions for new staff.
Serves as a resource to SLPs, other special education personnel, families, and administrators regarding special education related services policies and procedures that apply to the delivery of SLP services.
Collaborate with the Infants and Toddlers program regarding SLP services.
Assists in the recruitment and hiring of highly qualified SLPs.
Assists in identifying and processing requisitions for assessment, instructional materials, and equipment for students as outlined on their Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Consults with the Department of Facilities Management regarding modifications for accessibility.
Assists with monitoring services for extended school year (ESY).
Assists in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local standards (e.g., Third Party Billing, MSDE).
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

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