Speech-Language Pathologist for Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD)

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD). The primary purpose is to evaluate, diagnose, and provide intervention for students with communication disorders in language, articulation, fluency, and voice that impact educational success. The role involves collaboration with educators, parents, and specialized teams to develop and implement individualized plans, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, providing training and consultation, and contributing to a multidisciplinary approach to support student learning and development. This is a grant-funded position split between three campuses: Denton High School, Calhoun Middle School, and Newton Rayzor Elementary School.

Requirements

Master’s degree in communication or speech-language disorders.
Licensed/Certified as required by the Texas Education Agency and/or the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology of the State of Texas.
Basic knowledge of federal laws, state guidelines and local district policies.
Basic knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions.
Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions.
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior.
Advanced organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Deaf culture, communication modalities, and the educational implications of hearing loss.

Nice To Haves

Practicum or previous employment in a public school setting.
Fluent in American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

Review each referral before evaluation to ensure student records, including parent permission, are complete.
Request outside data as needed.
Evaluate referred students' language, articulation, voice, fluency, intellectual, academic, emotional, behavioral, and/or adaptive behavioral functioning.
Administer, score, and interpret appropriate evaluation instruments based on district guidelines and the student's specific needs.
Determine eligibility of students for speech/language therapy services.
Observe federal and state timelines for evaluations and written evaluation reports.
Maintain a file on each student that meets federal and state requirements regarding referral, testing, reporting, goals/objectives, and current state of progress.
Facilitate case management through involvement with the building evaluation team meetings, consultation with parents and teachers, observation, and Individualized Education Programs (IEP) meetings.
Develop full Individual Evaluation Reports and IEP.
Schedule and invite required participants, conduct and participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD)/IEP meetings.
Keep accurate records of all contacts with parents and outside professionals.
Keep the principal informed of the communication disorders program, schedule, and individual student needs.
Develop and implement appropriate therapy goals and objectives.
Assess progress at appropriate intervals and adjust the program for optimum speech/language development.
Work collaboratively with teachers to develop therapy schedules and provide ongoing support for students in the classroom.
Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers when needed to discuss concerns regarding the student's program.
Refer and accompany students with voice problems to see an ENT specialist when necessary.
Discuss the students’ overall performance with the teacher.
Secure services of the district's special evaluation teams as needed.
Attend team meetings on campus and keep classroom teachers informed of the individual student's speech/language needs.
Participate in campus evaluation teams as needed.
View self as a vital instructional team member, working with general, special education, and RDSPD staff.
Support and promote the goals and services of the district's Regional Day School Program for the Deaf.
Serve on campus committees as requested and appropriate.
Keep informed of current issues in the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders.
Take the initiative to develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
Abide by the Code of Ethics of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Attend scheduled SLP meetings and in-services.
Develop and implement in-service/training programs for fellow SLPs, teachers, and other district personnel.
Consult with personnel from outside agencies.
Participate in the district's mentoring program as needed for new SLPs.
Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine program effectiveness and develop appropriate instructional strategies.
Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the department, campus, and district.