What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST position at George County School District?
Job Title: Speech Pathologist
Job Purpose: To work in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents and students, in providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders to help them adjust and access the general education curriculum.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting communication assessments.
Knowledge and understanding of child development and communication development.
Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth. 8. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Minimum Qualifications
Mississippi Educator Licensure Endorsement #215 or #216
Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district.
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters degree preferred.
Successful Prior Teaching Experience Preferred.
Membership in the Mississippi Speech and Haring Association and in the American Speech and Hearing Association is preferred.
Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology preferred.
Certification of the Mississippi Board of Examiners in Speech Pathology is also preferred.
Reports To: Building Administration
Supervises: N/A
Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
Assess, screen, and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and educational staff, and participate in the eligibility determination process in accordance with state and school division requirements and best practice
Develop and implement individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Speech/Language impairment and assists with IEPs for students with speech/language as a service on an annual basis or according to requirements
Comply with all Medicaid requirements for school-based claiming, including obtaining written Medicaid consent from parents of all students served and timely filing of claims that meet Medicaid standards
Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development and individual student needs by providing relevant instruction according to the IEP and educational best practices
Provide consultative services for school staff by sharing and demonstrating specific techniques and working with school teams to facilitate relevant and consistent interventions for targeted students
Maintain records and information concerning individual students in the prescribed confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for which they are maintained according to FERPA guidelines
Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the therapy program
Establis and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and school staff
Participate in various meetings for the purpose of addressing student goals and needs, and to meet laws and policies
Maintain and submit information/records including student progress for all students
Maintain a consistent schedule with students who are being serviced.
Implement and comply with District policies and procedures
Perform related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with school district policies and procedure
Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.
Supports the George County School District Core Beliefs and Mission.
Terms of Employment: 187 Days FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Purpose: To work in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents and students, in providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders to help them adjust and access the general education curriculum.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring and interpreting communication assessments.
Knowledge and understanding of child development and communication development.
Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth. 8. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Minimum Qualifications
Mississippi Educator Licensure Endorsement #215 or #216
Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district.
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters degree preferred.
Successful Prior Teaching Experience Preferred.
Membership in the Mississippi Speech and Haring Association and in the American Speech and Hearing Association is preferred.
Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology preferred.
Certification of the Mississippi Board of Examiners in Speech Pathology is also preferred.
Reports To: Building Administration
Supervises: N/A
Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
Assess, screen, and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and educational staff, and participate in the eligibility determination process in accordance with state and school division requirements and best practice
Develop and implement individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Speech/Language impairment and assists with IEPs for students with speech/language as a service on an annual basis or according to requirements
Comply with all Medicaid requirements for school-based claiming, including obtaining written Medicaid consent from parents of all students served and timely filing of claims that meet Medicaid standards
Demonstrate knowledge of child growth and development and individual student needs by providing relevant instruction according to the IEP and educational best practices
Provide consultative services for school staff by sharing and demonstrating specific techniques and working with school teams to facilitate relevant and consistent interventions for targeted students
Maintain records and information concerning individual students in the prescribed confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for which they are maintained according to FERPA guidelines
Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the therapy program
Establis and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and school staff
Participate in various meetings for the purpose of addressing student goals and needs, and to meet laws and policies
Maintain and submit information/records including student progress for all students
Maintain a consistent schedule with students who are being serviced.
Implement and comply with District policies and procedures
Perform related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with school district policies and procedure
Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.
Supports the George County School District Core Beliefs and Mission.
Terms of Employment: 187 Days FLSA Status: Exempt