Speech Language Pathologist

Broward County Public Schools • Pembroke Pines, FL

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist will apply the principles, practice, and methods related to the identification and treatment of communication disorders to develop and implement speech-language therapy programs for students. This role involves assessing students, developing individualized education plans, providing therapy services, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support student needs.

Requirements

• An earned master's degree in speech pathology
• Florida state certification in speech-language impaired
• Computer skills as required for the position

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills preferred
• Individuals eligible for a temporary certificate in speech-language impaired who agree to enroll in and remain in good standing in a graduate program of study leading to a Master's degree in speech-language pathology, unless prohibited by changes in state statute.

Responsibilities

• Use standardized screening tests and other methods to identify students with potential speech and language disorders.
• Develop an efficient referral procedure to respond to requests for services by teachers, parents and others.
• Select, administer and analyze diagnostic assessments to identify students with speech and language disorders.
• Comply with the state and district procedures to determine students eligible for speech and language therapy services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams and conferences for the benefit of students.
• Use diagnostic information as well as other educationally relevant information to develop an individual education plan (iep) and recommend speech and language therapy services.
• Provide an array of speech and language therapy services to students based on their individual needs.
• Continuously evaluate the progress of students receiving speech and language therapy services.
• Recommend reevaluation procedures for students to determine the need for continued speech and language therapy services or dismissal.
• Select, use and maintain materials, equipment or supplies needed to provide a speech and language therapy program.
• Provide training to other school staff, parents and the community about the goals of the speech and language therapy program.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain professional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents for the benefit of students.
• Communicate with outside agencies for the benefit of students.
• Direct the activities of speech-language assistants to implement specified program services.
• Keep accurate and current records on students.
• Cooperate with district, other administrators and support personnel for the benefit of students.
• Conform to all rules and regulations that may be prescribed by the state and the school board.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The school Board of Broward County.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase the individual's skill and proficiency related to the assignments.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as school board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.
• Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level