K-12 Speech-Language Pathologist - Collaborative Impact

Young World Physical Education; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

STRS retirement

Paid leave and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bowling Green City Schools is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech and language services in Crim Elementary School, Bowling Green, OH. This full-time role partners with educators, families and related service providers to develop individualized supports and promote student growth within the IDEA framework.

The position includes development of IEPs, direct therapy, screenings, documentation, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio Speech-Language Pathologist License.
• Credentials required by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, if applicable.
• Successful completion of all required background checks.
• Ability to meet all required health standards for employment.
• Knowledge of special education laws, IDEA, evaluation procedures, and IEP development.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and language screenings, evaluations, and diagnostic assessments.
• Participate in preschool, kindergarten, and Child Find screening activities.
• Collaborate with Intervention Assistance Teams and multidisciplinary teams to determine appropriate interventions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Provide direct speech and language therapy services to students individually and in small groups.
• Address communication needs including articulation, language, fluency, voice, social communication, auditory processing, and related areas.
• Develop and maintain therapy schedules in collaboration with district speech-language pathologists.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring, Medicaid/service logs (when applicable), and required reports.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, intervention specialists, related service providers, and families to support student achievement.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and strategies for supporting communication skills at home.
• Assist students in accessing the educational environment through appropriate accommodations, adaptive equipment, and communication supports.
• Provide instruction regarding augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices when appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and effective therapy environment while ensuring proper care of materials and equipment.
• Develop and write evaluation reports and student goals/objectives, report student progress, and maintain student learning documents using district and state approved platforms consistent with IDEA and Ohio Department of Education.
• Meet deadlines specified in students’ learning documents as specified by IDEA and Ohio Department of Education.
• Participate in IEP meetings, ETR meetings, parent conferences, staff meetings, transition meetings, and professional development.
• Support students in the least restrictive environment consistent with IDEA and Ohio Department of Education requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and applicable laws.
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by law.
• Promote positive student behavior and implement appropriate behavior support strategies.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Pupil Services or designee.

Job description

Bowling Green City Schools is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech and language services in Crim Elementary School, Bowling Green, OH. This full-time role partners with educators, families and related service providers to develop individualized supports and promote student growth within the IDEA framework.

The position includes development of IEPs, direct therapy, screenings, documentation, and collaboration across teams.