Speech Language Pathologist

The Wonderful Company•Delano, CA

73d•$80,898 - $125,355•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for providing speech and language services to meet the individual needs of students with oral communication and speech/language impairments. The position is responsible for screening and assessment, goal development, and planning/implementing appropriate speech and language treatment services to maximize student learning.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
Valid Clinical Credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing in Language, Speech, and Hearing, OR a California License as a Speech Language Pathologist
Relates positively to children and instills in them a desire to improve
Relates positively to parents, school personnel, and other professional people
Demonstrates personality characteristics that enhance effectiveness in a school setting
Communicates effectively and uses appropriate professional language skills in writing and speaking
Demonstrates a positive attitude and desire to improve professional knowledge and competence
Technology skills that allow the clinician to write web-based IEPs

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a Speech Language Pathologist in a K-12 setting (1 year preferred)

Responsibilities

Supports a vision of excellence for all students, with an urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes
Fosters a safe, culturally responsive, and nurturing community where students love learning and are excited to attend school daily
Creates powerfully engaging experiences aligned to our academic model, and designed to accelerate student learning and achievement
Regularly engages in individual student case management by proactively making data-driven decisions
Develops and executes innovative teaching and learning strategies to ensure a world-class and well-rounded education
Committed to continuous growth, actively engages in professional development opportunities, and contributes to our professional learning community
Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events
Determines a student's needs based on assessment provided by the student's school or outside agencies
Conducts formal and/or informal assessments necessary to develop an appropriate diagnostic-prescriptive program
Conveys pertinent information to appropriate personnel, including referrals to community agencies
Determines if students are eligible for services in the areas of articulation/phonology, abnormal voice, fluency, and language
Provides written reports for parents and applicable personnel after assessment is completed
Develops and implements an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
Reviews IEPs at least annually
Writes progress reports
Provides information and assistance to parents
Schedules and provides individual and/or group therapy as determined by the IEP team
Meets and confers with administrators and teachers about the methods and techniques for dealing with special problems and modifying education programs for speech/language/hearing problems
Arranges necessary materials and equipment for speech therapy activities
Assumes responsibility for implementation of Standard School District policies, State Department of Education regulations, and Federal regulations related to speech and language therapy services
Pursues professional growth through conferences, workshops, and coursework