Empowering School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools in Montgomery, Alabama seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide services to students with language, speech, or hearing disorders and to support academic achievement. The role involves screenings, evaluations, developing therapy plans, collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators, and maintaining records.

Qualifications include a degree and a State-eligible SLPA certificate; the position is exempt and full-time, with supervision by the Special Education

Qualifications

• A degree from an accredited college or university in an appropriate field.
• Possess and maintain or be eligible to apply for a Level 1 or Level 2 Speech and Language Pathologist-Assistant Certificate.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification under Alabama statutes.
• Knowledge to interpret assessment data and develop individualized instructional strategies.
• Ability to collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, and other school staff.
• Maintains records and confidentiality regarding students.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts language and speech screenings in the schools.
• Evaluates and diagnoses children with speech and language disorders using standardized tests.
• Provides individual and/or group therapy for children with language, speech, or hearing disorders.
• Consults with principals and teachers to schedule therapy.
• Participates in IEP development, implementation, and meetings.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports on progress.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

Speech-Language Pathologist-Assistant Certificate (Level 1 or Level 2)

Job description

Montgomery Public Schools in Montgomery, Alabama seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide services to students with language, speech, or hearing disorders and to support academic achievement. The role involves screenings, evaluations, developing therapy plans, collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators, and maintaining records.

Qualifications include a degree and a State-eligible SLPA certificate; the position is exempt and full-time, with supervision by the Special Education