Job Description:

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a lead, professional level classification responsible for screening and assessing children and identifying those in need of specialized speech therapy services and maintaining records and forms.  

Responsible for providing direct or indirect services to effect positive changes in student communication behavior with regards to voice, language, articulation or fluency disorders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the District’s needs.

* In-person attendance is an essential function of this classification.

• Diagnoses and identifies students with articulation, voice, fluency (stuttering) and/or language delays and disorders using standardized, norm referenced test instruments including determining type and severity of disorder;

• Develops speech and language treatment plans including determining goals, objectives, methods, materials, frequency, duration, and modifications to regular classroom activities

• Provides direct therapy to and instruction to students including analyzing, reviewing, and revising student progress; communicating with teachers and parents; and preparing classroom for instruction;

• Designs, implements, and develops activities and original instructional aides which are relevant, enhance the effectiveness of teaching, and address treatment plans including determining appropriate number of activities, and making group and individual behavior plans. Consults and provides ideas to teachers and parents regarding speech and language development and disorders including determining the needs of the child;

• Assigns and monitors the work of the Speech Therapy Assistant and other assigned staff;

• Prepares paperwork and reports including completing documents within state and federal guidelines and including relevant information;

• Develops a variety of teaching and instructional strategies including maintaining current knowledge of standards and practice in the field by consulting with books, colleagues, and conferences;

• Submits Medicaid billings; and,

• Performs related work as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and statutes.

• District policies, procedures, organization structure and school requirements.

• Speech/Language pathology principles and practices.

• Speech pathology subject matter including speech/language disorders and treatments, diagnostic tests and batteries, cognitive development, and strategies for articulation and language development.

• Relevant medical, social, and legal community resources.

• Assessment instruments and methodologies.

• Current relevant research related to speech pathology and children.

• Safety procedures

SKILLS

• Working under pressure to meet timelines and handling multiple and changing priorities.

• Use of a variety of office and school equipment.

• Analyzing information from journal articles, books, research findings, etc.

• Determining language and speech problems.

• Use of relevant assessment tools and problem solving techniques specific to speech and language assessment.

• Mentoring and providing leadership related to speech/language issues.

• Administering, interpreting and applying test results.

• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Customer service and public relations including coordination of District and communitybased services.

• Counseling, conflict resolution and problem solving.

• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes, ethical considerations and policies.

• Use a variety of computer-based technologies.

• Establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrating tact, diplomacy and patience.

• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. 

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Speech Pathology and three years of experience; or an equivalent combination of directly-related education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• Arizona Standard Speech/Language Certificate.

• Certification of clinical competence or educational equivalent.

• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).

Our Beliefs: A Guide for Our Actions

·         We Believe In:

·         Loving each child as our own.

·         Mindful, curious, and adventurous learning.

·         Safe schools that nurture mind, body, and spirit.

·         High expectations that promote academic growth.

·         The strength that comes from the diversity of our community.

·         Our Vision: Creighton neighborhood schools inspire adventurous thinkers, collaborative learners, and kind-hearted leaders.

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