What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist - Northwest Assessment Center @ Northwest Academy (12-Month Position) position at Baltimore County Public Schools?
Job Description
To support the Child Find Individualized Education Program (IEP) team in assessment and identification of children ages 3-5 with suspected disabilities.
Responsibilities
Communicates effectively with students, parents, administrators, and supervisory staff in oral and written form.
Works collaboratively with early childhood classrooms, Child Outcome Summary, Infants and Toddlers transition teams and Child Find teams.
Collaborates with home-school SLPs, Infants and Toddlers SLPs, and private providers.
Provides consultation to the school staff and families regarding speech-language development and its connection to the curriculum.
Demonstrates competency in the use of formal and informal assessment tools for children/ students 3-21 years of age.
Identifies students appropriate for speech and language services based on individual needs and prescribed guidelines.
Completes oral and written reports in a clear and concise manner using recommended formats and timelines.
Develops functional and measurable goals for IEPs that are directly related to students documented needs.
Remains current regarding research-based intervention techniques, differentiated instructional strategies, and assistive technology to meet students’ needs and learning styles.
Completes Third Party billing accurately within the mandated timelines.
Participates in ongoing professional development related to the field.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Observes children in private preschools and other natural environments.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
Licenses And Certificates
Possession of a Speech-Language Pathology License from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) required.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred or CFY (Clinical Fellowship Year) eligible.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of speech-language pathology.
Knowledge of principles and practices of special education.
Knowledge of assistive technology.
Strong human relations skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Strong organization skills.
Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software packages.
Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.
Physical And Environmental Conditions
The work of this class is generally performed in school, community setting, and office environments. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires independent travel to school, community settings, and offices throughout the county.
Conditions Of Employment
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
Grade
12 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 12 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026
SALARY: $76,309 - $143,653 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)
$77,907 - $143,653 (Effective 1/1/2026)
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Non-discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
Phone: 443-809-4605
Email: sbarbieri@bcps.org
To support the Child Find Individualized Education Program (IEP) team in assessment and identification of children ages 3-5 with suspected disabilities.
Responsibilities
Communicates effectively with students, parents, administrators, and supervisory staff in oral and written form.
Works collaboratively with early childhood classrooms, Child Outcome Summary, Infants and Toddlers transition teams and Child Find teams.
Collaborates with home-school SLPs, Infants and Toddlers SLPs, and private providers.
Provides consultation to the school staff and families regarding speech-language development and its connection to the curriculum.
Demonstrates competency in the use of formal and informal assessment tools for children/ students 3-21 years of age.
Identifies students appropriate for speech and language services based on individual needs and prescribed guidelines.
Completes oral and written reports in a clear and concise manner using recommended formats and timelines.
Develops functional and measurable goals for IEPs that are directly related to students documented needs.
Remains current regarding research-based intervention techniques, differentiated instructional strategies, and assistive technology to meet students’ needs and learning styles.
Completes Third Party billing accurately within the mandated timelines.
Participates in ongoing professional development related to the field.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Observes children in private preschools and other natural environments.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
Licenses And Certificates
Possession of a Speech-Language Pathology License from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) required.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred or CFY (Clinical Fellowship Year) eligible.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of speech-language pathology.
Knowledge of principles and practices of special education.
Knowledge of assistive technology.
Strong human relations skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Strong organization skills.
Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software packages.
Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.
Physical And Environmental Conditions
The work of this class is generally performed in school, community setting, and office environments. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires independent travel to school, community settings, and offices throughout the county.
Conditions Of Employment
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
Grade
12 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 12 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026
SALARY: $76,309 - $143,653 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)
$77,907 - $143,653 (Effective 1/1/2026)
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Non-discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
Phone: 443-809-4605
Email: sbarbieri@bcps.org
Salary : $76,309 - $143,653