Speech and Language Pathologist

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Machipongo (VA); On-site; USD 70,073 - 106,376; Full time

Job summary

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a Speech Pathologist in Machipongo, Virginia, to help reduce speech difficulties in students. The position entails developing therapeutic programs, collaborating with educators, and maintaining student records. Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology and possess a valid speech pathology license from the Virginia Board. Salary ranges from $70,073 to $106,376 based on experience. The role supports a ten-month exempt schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution.
• Current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners.
• Skills to document contacts and interventions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide a therapeutic program to meet the individual needs of speech-impaired children.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement therapy recommendations.
• Maintain thorough records for each student receiving therapy.

Skills

Knowledge of special education law

Effective communication

Flexibility

Report writing

Education

Master's Degree in speech-language pathology

Current license in speech pathology

Job description

Position Purpose

To help reduce or eliminate speech difficulties that interfere with each student’s ability to derive full benefit from the district’s educational program.

Salary

Salary: $70,073 - 106,376 (Commensurate with Experience). Please visit the NCPS website to determine salary specifics according to the current salary scale: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1P15c1zCOGw1dkVfMsZeKvSLmQiygiBtF

Essential Functions

• Know and effectively communicate the Division philosophy and mission
• Serve as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement
• Provide a therapeutic program to meet the individual needs of speech‑impaired children
• Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified children with speech and language impairments
• Provide a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, and language impairment
• Provide screening at regular intervals and at specified levels to identify speech‑impaired children
• Assist in making referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community
• Provide appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet IEP requirements in correcting existing speech or language impairments
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by giving suggestions for the student’s daily activities
• Provide information, support, and counseling to parents and families
• Provide in‑service education and serve as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech improvement
• Keep thorough on‑going records for each student receiving therapy or other school‑provided speech services
• Serve as a member of the Student Based Team (SBT) and Special Education Eligibility Committee as appropriate
• Maintain lists of referred, screened, and eligible students, as well as a directory of outside agencies, consultants, specialists, and related services
• Requisition and maintain needed equipment and supplies
• Prepare and administer the annual budget for speech therapy services
• Perform such additional tasks and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by school administrator

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of special education law, the special education process and state and district policies
• Skills to understand and develop and present ideas effectively, document contacts and interventions, interpret data, and communicate effectively
• Ability to be flexible and travel spontaneously within district; sit for prolonged periods, complete observations, and intervention plans; work under time constraints; work effectively with staff, parents, students and community; work independently
• Significant physical abilities may include talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation
• Ability to write reports with concise language and grammar
• Must hold a valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Must have the ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer, examine patient
• See and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels, indoors, outdoors, and on the telephone
• Speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly indoors, outdoors, and on the telephone
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Education

• Qualifications Profile-Certification/License:
• Current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech Pathology and/or licensure in another state for Audiology and Speech
• Master's Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution

FLSA Status

Exempt 10-month