What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST position at Lawrence Unified School District?
Job Description
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (Tiny K)
USD 497
Details
FTE:
1.0
HOURS/DAY:
8.0
DAYS PER YEAR:
188 (new teachers)/186 (returning teachers)
SCHOOL YEAR:
2023-24
Qualifications: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology/ Kansas License in Speech-Language Pathology or ability to obtain KS license. (CFY available)
Reports to: Principal/ Department Supervisor
Job Goal:
As noted in Kansas State Regulation, KAR 91-40-1, school speech-language pathology services" means the provision of any of the following services:
- Identification of children with speech or language impairments;
- Diagnosis and appraisal of specific speech or language impairments;
- Referral for medical or other professional attention necessary for the habilitation of speech or language impairments;
- Provision of speech and language services for the habilitation or prevention of communicative impairments; and
- Counseling and guidance of parents, children, and teachers regarding speech and language impairments.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide services to a diverse population of students as stated in the student's Individual Education Plan.
- Participate in assessment of students educational needs in regards to communication which may include observation, interviews, standardized assessments, and curriculum-based assessments. Completes written reports and follows procedural guidelines as set forth by Principal and Special Education Supervisor.
- Participate in team problem solving at the General Education Intervention and Special Education level.
- Maintain daily activity logs to document activities and contacts as required by the district and state.
- Consults and collaborates with teachers and staff on ways to modify lessons, create materials and accommodate for student's special learning needs.
- Keeps exceptional student's IEP's current and maintains information according to district policy.
Essential Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to possess and maintain licensure as a Speech-Language
Pathologist in the state of Kansas.
- Ability to speak clearly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner.
- Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers.
- Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment.
- Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
- Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.
The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.
Terms of Employment and Evaluation as outlined in Board Policy.
- This job description serves as an addendum to the district expectations outlined in the Master Agreement
Primary Location
Early Childhood At Kennedy
Salary Range
$42,583.00 - $66,633.00 / Per Year
Shift Type
Full-Time
Salary : $42,583 - $66,633