Temporary Preschool Speech Language Pathologist

Hamilton Southeastern Schools•Fishers, IN

39d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position for a Speech Language Pathologist to work with preschool students. The assignment dates are from January 11th, 2027, through April 1st, 2027. The role involves assessment, report writing, case management, collaboration with parents and staff, and hearing screenings. The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for developing Individual Education Plans, creating daily lesson plans, and participating in various school committees. The position requires adherence to state certification standards and maintaining knowledge of current practices, laws, policies, and ethical standards.

Requirements

As set by state certification standards

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Indiana Academic Standards for all grade levels

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments using appropriate testing materials for articulation and phonology, language-semantics, pragmatics, syntax, fluency, voice, hearing screening, phonological awareness, and dysphagia.
Complete testing in a thorough and timely manner (within 50 school days of dated referral).
Make referrals to other disciplines when appropriate (e.g., occupational therapy, physical therapy).
Conduct re-evaluations when appropriate.
Write evaluation reports for initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
Write progress reports.
Gather all information that will assist in the case conference process.
Schedule therapeutic intervention.
Maintain student records.
Develop Individual Education Plans.
Document current levels of performance.
Create and implement daily lesson plans based on each individual student’s needs.
Arrange and conduct case conferences involving students with a communication disorder with parents and teachers.
Screen speech/language skills in the primary grades.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Be available to staff and parents in a resource or consultative mode.
Be involved in the Response to Intervention (RtI) and creation of the 504 plans, as needed.
Inform teachers of adaptations and/or modifications (e.g., state-wide testing, preferential seating) for individual students.
Collaborate with classroom instruction, demonstrating familiarity with Indiana Academic Standards for all grade levels.
Work as a member of a professional team.
Arrange and conduct state mandated hearing screenings.
Follow-up for individuals who fail the hearing test with a re-screen and refer for further evaluation, if necessary.
Serve on Response to Intervention (RtI) Team, Assistive Technology Team, Autism Resource Team and other school committees.
Perform additional school duties (e.g., bus duty, hallway duty) if assigned by building principal.
Accept responsibility for own professional growth and development and obtain knowledge of current practices in the field.
Maintain knowledge of pertinent laws (state and federal), policies, best practices and ethical standards.
Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives.
Work as a team player.
Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.