Speech/Language Pathologist (Elementary)

Chichester School District is looking for a Speech/Language Pathologist to join our team for the 2023-2024 School Year!

Make an Impact with Chichester. 

We are looking for a candidate who will take pride in their work, providing a SAFE, FUN learning environment for our students. The ideal candidate will provide support to students needing additional assistance in meeting academic standards, through small group, individual and co-instructional methods.

The certified Speech/Language Pathologist is responsible for assisting in identifying speech-language delayed/impaired students to achieve their communicative potential both receptively through listening comprehension and/or expressively through oral expression.  Employee coordinates services with the student’s educational staff and family.

WHAT CHICHESTER CAN DO FOR YOU:

• Medical Benefits options with District-Paid Dental and Vision Insurance, as well as a paid Buy Back plan for those who waive District insurance (with proof of existing coverage)
• Paid Sick Days/ Holidays/ Personal Days
• District provided Life Insurance plan for all employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• 403B Retirement plan options/ PSERS Retirement
• District Workplace Safety Committee/ Wellness Committee
• Ongoing Career and Professional Development

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Must have a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. 
• Current Pennsylvania license for Speech Pathologist
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech and Language Pathology (CCC)

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of speech pathology and their proper application in the educational environment.
• Considerable knowledge of appropriate evaluating tools.
• Considerable knowledge of the equipment and assistive technology available to use in therapy.
• Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in the field of speech pathology.
• Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment methods.
• Ability to screen, evaluate and provide required speech pathology services.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized programs.
• Ability to accurately document sessions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR US:

• Organizes the school program, cooperates with others to accomplish its goals, coordinates program services with other student services and maintains records in accordance with established rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Conducts screening and testing, obtains diagnostic information, analyzes information, and makes recommendations regarding programs and services.  
• Develops individual education plans for each speech-language eligible child in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, LEA representative and other pertinent professionals.
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.
• Monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions.
• Plans therapy and uses appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum. 
• The employee manages time, facilities, and resources to facilitate delivery of services.
• The employee promotes effective interpersonal relations and engages in continuing professional growth.
• Provides consultation, seeks assistance from others, uses related research and makes recommendations and referrals for the implementation of services.
• Completes random moment in time studies as required by ACCESS program guidelines.
• Performs other related work as required.
• Reports on Progress of students to parent, classroom teacher, and other professionals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Division:                     CEA           

Location:                    Chichester Middle School

Reports to:                 Principal and Director of Pupil Services

Salary Level:              According to CEA salary scale

If you are offered a position with Chichester School District, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working:

• State Police Clearance (Act 34) - complete online and print your results immediately
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) - effective 12/31/14, submit electronically
• FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) - register & pay online, then go to the fingerprint location of your choice to be printed
• School Health Record - includes physical & tb test from within a year
• Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) - Arrest/Conviction Report
• PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release -A separate form must be completed for: Current employer; and All former employers that were school entities; and All former employers where you were in a position that involved direct contact with children.

The Chichester School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability or other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at 610-485-6881.