Speech-Language Pathologist - CO (2026-2027 School Year)

Harrisonburg City Public Schools • Harrisonburg, VA

23h

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION: identification and remediation of student's communication skills.

Requirements

• Possesses or qualifies for licensure with the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
• Proficiency in assessing students’ communication skills and ability to interpret test results meaningfully.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate a comprehensive program appropriate to the educational needs of the communicatively impaired student.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national regulations relative to the speech-language impaired.
• Proficiency in public speaking and written communication to express and/or exchange ideas.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of instructional technology and knowledge of basic augmentative and alternative communication systems.
• Emotionally mature, objective and sensitive to people and their concerns.
• Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and maintain good working relationships with students, families, staff, co-workers and community agencies.
• Strong understanding/appreciation of speech and language differences vs. disorders.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA

Responsibilities

• Implement screening and/or referral procedures to identify students needing speech-language evaluation, including conducting state-mandated universal hearing screenings
• Conduct thorough speech and language evaluations as part of the eligibility determination process
• Share written reports and recommendations with the eligibility committee and participate in eligibility determination
• Develop and maintain students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP), including determining appropriate goals, implementing therapy, maintaining records, and monitoring/reporting on progress
• Consult and collaborate with school faculty/staff - attend all required meetings, facilitate within the classroom, and provide in-service education on topics relevant to communication development and impairment.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters, and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain appropriate state licensure
• Demonstrate good attendance and punctuality, and respond to all correspondence in a professional and timely manner.
• Billing Medicaid, as appropriate, for services rendered to students.
• Ensure awareness of deadlines for billing, eligibility, IEP completion and progress reports among others.
• Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities, respecting the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
• Comply with and support school division policies, regulations and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Student Services and/or the Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed