Speech and Language Pathologist

Wicomico County Public Schools • Salisbury, MD

66d • $37

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Speech Language Pathologist implements speech/language programs and activities as planned and directed by the assigned speech/language pathologist (SLP). Employees may execute specific components of a speech and language program as specified in an individualized treatment plan composed by the SLP.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an approved SLP Assistant Program or
• Associate's degree or higher in an allied health field from an accredited college or university with minimum course work that includes at least 3 credit hours in normal speech-language development, speech disorders, anatomy and physiology of speech systems, language disorders and/or phonology or
• Bachelor's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders from an accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for a Maryland license as a speech-language pathology assistant from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• Knowledge of speech/language pathology principles, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of child development.
• Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities and to carry out IEP activities.
• Ability to interact cooperatively with parents and other professionals.
• Ability to work independently and to accept direction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well accurate and complete documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct speech/language services to students, under direction of assigned speech pathologist.
• Follows documented therapy plans developed by or in conjunction with the speech/language pathologist.
• Prepares materials/equipment needed in direct therapy.
• Documents student services and progress toward meeting established objectives, reporting progress to assigned speech/language pathologist.
• Assists the speech/language pathologist during assessment of students.
• Assists with informal documentation.
• Conducts speech/language screenings, under direction of assigned speech/language pathologist.
• Prepares materials for review meetings; collates and prepares student files.
• Must provide own transportation to a variety of school sites.
• Other duties as assigned by school administration or Office of Special Education.

Benefits

• $37.00 an hour
• 10 months, 35 hours per week, 182 days

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree