Speech Pathologist - Assessment Team

Wake County Public School System•Cary, NC

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as a critical member of multidisciplinary evaluation teams and service provider teams in supporting speech/language/communication needs of preschool students. Provides high quality specialized assessment and instruction, implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) to young children with disabilities in their least restrictive environment. Maintains confidentiality and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures as they relate to the special education program throughout the district. Provides protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities and general education students as part of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process. Ensures vision aligns with the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the Wake County School System (WCPSS) Strategic Plan.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles, and methods of speech-language pathology
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps
Strong interpersonal relationship and customer service skills
Ability to work independently as well as within a team concept
Ability to independently resolve problems
Ability to organize information from multiple sources
Ability to select, learn, and administer appropriate assessment and treatment activities
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public.
Master's degree obtained in an approved program in Speech Language Pathology
Two years of experience as a public school system Speech-Language Pathologist.
Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) or eligibility to complete the Clinical Fellowship Year with ASHA
Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or eligibility to complete the Supervised Experience Year with the NC BOE
Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with a good driving record according to the State of NC requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing school based speech/language therapy services to preschool students ages 3-5 years old
Experience with the IEP process
Experience with Exceptional Children Accountability Tracking System (ECATS)
Experience conducting multidisciplinary evaluations
Bilingual skills
Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Experience assessing and developing treatment plans for individuals with pediatric dysphagia and pediatricfeeding disorders
Experience in developing plans of care and training staff to implement Mealtime Intervention Supports.

Responsibilities

Follows all rules, policies, and procedures of WCPSS, along with state and federal regulations, including IDEA.
Conducts screenings and tests, obtains diagnostic information, analyzes information, and makes recommendations regarding programs and services in collaboration with the team.
Develops IEPs for each eligible student in collaboration with the teacher, parent, and other pertinent professionals.
Plans therapy and uses appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum.
Provides appropriate information on an informal or formal basis regarding speech, language, and hearing programs and services.
Maintains records in accordance with established rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
Provides consultation to parents, teachers, and other appropriate school personnel; seeks the assistance of teachers, parents, and others to meet the communication needs of students.
Makes recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services as the needs of the student/and or family require.
Participates in continuing education and professional growth activities related to speech-language hearing and education.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.