School Speech Language PathologistJohnston County Schools • Smithfield, Utah, United States
School Speech Language Pathologist
Johnston County Schools
- Smithfield, Utah, United States
- Smithfield, Utah, United States
About
Evaluates and assesses the student's functional status to identify and determine needs for speech/language therapy specific to NC eligibility requirements. Selects, administers, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests. Obtain background information as necessary on the student's educational, medical, social, and psychological history to assist with determining possible causes of speech disorders. Serve a member of an interdisciplinary team and participates in the student support team, IEP, staffing, PLC and eligibility meetings as required. Develop individualized education plans in ECATS for students receiving speech/language therapy services and implements therapy sessions as outlined in the students IEP. Chooses appropriate activities for developing the student's speech, voice, fluency, and language skills. Instructs students on how to monitor their own speech and provides ways to practice skills. Recommends the adaptation of the student's learning environment as necessary. Provides consultation to teachers and staff members to ensure the integration of speech/language development techniques into the student's classroom routine. Monitors student progress, re-evaluates IEP goals, and adjusts delivery of speech/language services as appropriate. Meets with parents/guardians and provides them with support and information regarding their child. Collaborates as needed with parents/guardians in exercises to implement at home and in the care and use of specialized equipment. Serves as a resource to staff members and conducts workshops at the assigned school(s) regarding speech/language services and proper procedures for the identification and referral of students. Consults with physicians and other agencies as necessary and assists with referring students to appropriate specialists. Adheres to legal and ethical standards and guidelines regarding the provision of speech/language services. Maintains thorough records and progress monitoring data for each student receiving speech/language services at the assigned school(s) and provides related reports. Performing other duties as assigned.
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community members. Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
Must possess a valid NC driver's license. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community members, and others.
Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.
Languages
- English
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