JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Position Purpose / Description
The Speech-Language Pathologist works within the district with students who qualify for speech language services. The SLP is responsible for screening, evaluating, treating students with qualifying diagnoses. The school-based speech-language pathologist provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative services to students with speech, language, voice, fluency, and social communication disorders. Speech language pathologists are responsible for coaching and consulting with teachers and other support personnel to increase academic success. The SLP works with the entire school staff to provide assistance in the creation and implementation of Individualized Education Programs. Working collaboratively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams, the SLP supports students' access to curriculum and promotes their academic and social success.
Essential Functions
Develops, implements, and monitors Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals related to speech and language.
Administers screening protocols with at-risk students to initiate the evaluation process.
Attends, participates, and contributes in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and case conferences for students who have been identified as at-risk or found eligible for special education services related to speech-language disorders.
Conduct comprehensive speech and language initial evaluations and triennial re-evaluations to determine eligibility.
Scores and interprets standardized assessments.
Creates and implements lesson plans based on the needs of students.
Organizes, manages, and records student data and progress on goals.
Transports students to and from testing or therapy areas.
Communicates with students and other professionals to meet the academic, behavioral, and emotional needs of students.
Obtains case histories and completes observation checklists.
Manages behavior using appropriately designed management techniques.
Arranges the clinical-educational setting to maintain a safe and positive environment.
Provides direct therapy services individually and in small groups across a range of settings.
Collaborates with teachers, staff, and families to support communication needs in the classroom and school environment.
Additional Duties
Maintains accurate records, documentation, and reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Provides consultation, training, and resources to school staff and families.
Utilizes best practices, evidence-based interventions, and licensure requirements.
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and/or Director of Student Services
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of IDEA and special education processes in schools.
Experience in a school setting.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
PERCENT OF TIME
Seldom = Less than 25%
Occasional = 26 to 50%
Often = 51 to 75%
Very Frequent = 76% and above
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Often
Ability to carry 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount to lift 25 pounds
Occasional
Amount of force to push/pull up to 25pounds
Seldom
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter
Very Frequent
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation
Very Frequent
Ability to operate office equipment
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions
Very Frequent
Climbing
Seldom
Overhead work
Seldom
CONTACT INFORMATION
Dr. Wendy Skibinski, Director of Special Services
wskibinski@msdwt.k12.in.us
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.
