Speech Language Pathologist

Jenks Public Schools•Jenks, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist will support students and school teams in the evaluation, identification, and provision of services related to communication disorders to improve their social and educational outcomes. This role involves following procedures outlined by the school site, district, OSDE, and IDEA regulations. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, development of targeted goals, and provision of ongoing services and support to staff and teachers. The Speech-Language Pathologist will also confer with parents/guardians and communicate with appropriate agencies and organizations as needed. This is a nine-month position with salary and work year established by the Board.

Requirements

Hold valid Oklahoma teaching certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
Hold ASHA Certification or be eligible for ASHA Clinical Fellowship.
Master’s degree required.
Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

Follows the procedures, practices, and guidelines outlined by the school site, district, OSDE and IDEA regulations.
Selects, administers and interprets appropriate assessments to determine the need for speech and/or language services in an educational setting.
Collaborates with members of a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility and to develop an education plan as necessary.
Develops targeted goals to address students’ needs with the provision of ongoing progress monitoring and service delivery as determined appropriate.
Provides support to Site Intervention Team(s) to assist with strategies for students who may exhibit communication difficulties impacting their educational day.
Provides ongoing services/support to staff and teachers to ensure the integration of speech and language strategies, including AAC if appropriate, into a student’s classroom environment.
Conferences with parents/guardians and other appropriate school personnel to provide support and information regarding the student as necessary.
Remains current in instructional and technological advances and other matters of speech-language therapy by participating in professional workshops and conferences.
Communicates with appropriate agencies, schools, and other organizations as needed in order to meet the needs of students with communication disabilities.
Perform other such duties as assigned by supervisor and/or district special education administration.