Speech Therapist

Rapides Parish School District•Alexandria, LA

About The Position

To provide professional service through which pupils having speech, language, and/or hearing disorders may be helped to more effectively respond to academic training

Requirements

Master’s degree and/or public school Type A or B Level Certification in Speech Pathology
Valid license issued by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology

Responsibilities

To provide speech/language screening assessment of public school students
To become familiar with each assigned student’s specific evaluation strengths and deficits as evidenced by the child’s comprehensive evaluation and IEP information
To prepare and maintain in the classroom daily lesson plans which shall promote systematic growth in fundamental knowledge and skills
To establish student long range goals yearly with short term objectives to be developed during the year on the school’s regular reporting period and documented on the IEP
To prepare and schedule a specific number of instructional periods for each child as needed and indicated on the IEP
To assess and evaluate each student’s progress on a regular basis
To make provision for individual differences by such means as using effective grouping procedures, individualized instruction and utilizing a variety of materials on the student’s level
To create and maintain a physical environment that is conducive to learning including attractive and meaningful bulletin boards, appropriate seating arrangements, cleanliness and orderliness
To demonstrate an understanding of child growth and development respecting the individuality of each child
To follow the time schedule of the school being served
To sign in and out of school on appropriate forms
To meet with parents and/or teachers to promote or effect language learning in children, when appropriate
To be responsible for attending any administrative and/or professional meetings called by the home-based principal
To notify principals and the Special Education office in case of absence from work
To account for the care of assigned speech therapy materials
To be accurate and neat in completing required records and reports and turning these in promptly
To maintain control, promote self-discipline, and manage time efficiently
To attend inservice workshops as mandated by local policies or legislative acts
To contribute to and participate in activities or organizations which foster professional growth whenever possible
To promote the educational process as evidenced by the sharing of ideas and materials of other staff members
To maintain and exhibit a positive attitude about the possibility for growth and development of all students
To observe standards of conduct demonstrating integrity and dependability and observing confidentiality
To set a good example by personal appearance in accordance with parish dress code
To maintain self-control and pose and demonstrate ability to adjust to new situations showing effectiveness under pressure
To accept responsibility commensurate with assigned tasks meeting obligations to students and staff
To establish and execute a professional growth and self-evaluation plan
To work effectively with school personnel and staff
To consistently demonstrate self-direction
To submit accurate records and reports promptly
To exhibit professional ethics
To foster open communication and positive relationships with school personnel and staff
To foster open communication and positive relationships with the community
To perform any other duties or responsibilities not listed as delegated by the Principal or designated person
To follow state, school board and school policies