Speech Language Pathologist

Independent School District 196•Rosemount, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct and indirect service and research-based therapy techniques to support the curriculum of District 196. This role involves conducting evaluations and assessments to determine eligibility and make recommendations regarding programs and services. The pathologist develops individual education plans in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, and IEP team. They are expected to demonstrate current knowledge of instructional best practices and methodology for speech/language services, and to develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education. The position also includes providing instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for success, collaborating with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment, and advocating for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement. Strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents, and other professionals are essential, and the role carries out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.

Requirements

Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education as Speech Language Pathologist
Strong general education background
Experience working with and providing service to persons of diverse cultures, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Evidence of a growth mindset and ability to accelerate growth in communication skills using a strengths based model
Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community
Experience working in a school setting or with children ages birth through 22
Ability to follow directions and procedures and facilitate collaborative teaming around students
Ability to facilitate, write and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Support Plans
Ability to collaborate with nursing staff to support and perform the necessary delegated health tasks
Ability to direct the work of paraprofessionals and an understanding of practices for training and supporting paraprofessionals
Knowledge of best practices in the field of special education and implementation strategies for sensory activities, positive behavior support, academic instruction, development of routines, etc.
Understanding and ability to conduct an evaluation and determine if a student is eligible for services to support speech, articulation, fluency, voice or language needs
Understanding of and ability to identify appropriate augmentative or alternative communication systems for students
Ability to train teams in the implementation and use of augmentative or alternative communication systems for students
Thorough understanding of the laws, rules and regulations of special education
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of weight
Valid driver's license or ability to provide travel for self between locations

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect service and research-based therapy techniques to support the curriculum of District 196
Conduct evaluations and assessment to determine eligibility and make recommendations regarding programs and services
Develops individual education plans in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, and IEP team
Demonstrate current knowledge of instructional best practices and methodology for speech/language services
Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education
Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing social emotional skills for success
Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment
Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement
Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents and other professionals
Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract