Primary Purpose:

The Speech language pathologist will provide instruction in the area of articulation, expressive and receptive language, along with behavioral and emotional support to students in Special Education requiring structure, positive behavioral supports, and interventions.

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

 

  1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of Summer school staff to implement student’s IEP.
  2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  3. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
  4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

 

Classroom Management and Organization

  1. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  2. Manage student behavior Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
  3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Other

  1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
  2. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
  3. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
  4. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/Tools/Equipment Used:

Salary Information:

Work Status:  Exempt

Pay Grade: AP03

Days: 187

Contract Type:  Non certified - Licensed Professional

Eligible for $7000 Annual Stipend