Speech & Language Pathologist

MyPath•Lafayette, IN

77d•$68,000

About The Position

TC Harris School & Academy is seeking a Speech & Language Pathologist to join its Education team. The K–12 alternative education school serves students ages 5–21. The position supports student growth and education in the academic setting through screening, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, individual and group therapy, observation, report writing, and IEP goal setting and progress monitoring. The SLP manages an average caseload of 20–25 students and provides services according to students’ mandated IEPs. The schedule is 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday through Friday during the regular school year, following a traditional school calendar, with possible extended school year (ESY) minutes as needed. The salary starts at $68,000 annually, with the final offer based on education and years of experience. A $3,000 signing or relocation bonus is offered.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
Speech and Language Pathology licensure in the State of Indiana.
Background knowledge of diagnoses including Autism, Emotional Behavior Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Significant Developmental Delay, Specific Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language Impairment, and Other Health Impairments.
Experience in evaluation, implementation, and treatment related to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Familiarity with diagnostic tools, standardized assessment measures, and intervention techniques specific to school-based speech and language pathology.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, parents or guardians, teachers, and other professionals.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage an average caseload of 20–25 students.
Conduct or interpret student screenings for language, voice, fluency, articulation, swallowing, or hearing.
Provide direct and indirect speech-language services in accordance with students’ mandated IEPs.
Conduct comprehensive evaluations as part of the special education service determination process.
Maintain data records documenting student performance on IEP goals.
Complete progress-monitoring documentation monthly and quarterly, as indicated.
Serve as an IEP team member by attending meetings and submitting paperwork to maintain compliance.
Provide in-service training sessions to staff.
Implement agency-approved behavioral intervention techniques after training by T.C. Harris.
Supervise a Speech Language Pathology Assistant as needed.