Speech and Language Pathologist

Indiana Public Schools•West Lafayette, IN

50d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech and Language Pathologist will join the district's dedicated Special Education team and will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating students with communication disorders that impact academic performance and social participation. This professional will collaborate with teachers, parents, and related service providers to help each student reach their fullest communication potential within the educational setting.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited program
IPLA Speech/Language Pathologist License
Valid Indiana Communication Disorder License
Displays excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to support staff in understanding second language acquisition, language development, and best practices for teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students
Willingness to remain current in field of special education and speech/language evaluations
In-depth knowledge of IDEA, Article 7, and IEP development processes, or willingness to pursue training
Displays dependability and punctuality
Possesses creative thinking and solution-focused mindset to identify and deliver services across multiple settings and environments
Possesses the ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Possesses strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments for students referred through the special education process
Evaluate areas such as articulation, phonology, fluency, voice, language comprehension and expression, and social communication
Participate in multidisciplinary evaluation teams and contribute to eligibility determinations for special education services
Prepare detailed evaluation reports and share findings with staff and families
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Provide direct and indirect therapy to address identified speech and language goals
Utilize evidence-based practices to improve communication, literacy, and classroom participation
Adapt and modify therapy techniques to meet diverse student needs, including those with autism, developmental delays, or hearing impairments
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, progress notes, and service delivery logs
Ensure compliance with IDEA, Article 7, and district regulations related to speech and language services
Comply with all WLCSC requirements for school-based Medicaid claiming
Collaborate with teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, and counselors to support students' academic and functional goals
Provide classroom-based strategies and consultative support to teachers and staff
Communicate regularly with families to share progress and recommend home carryover strategies
Participate in professional development activities, workshops, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in speech-language pathology
Supervise graduate student interns or clinical fellows (if applicable)
Contribute to school initiatives and serve as a communication resource for staff and administration
Other duties as assigned