Speech and Language Pathologist and Clinical Fellows Candidate Pool

Howard County Public School System; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Maryland seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide therapy services in compliance with educational policies. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating in IEP meetings, and staying current with speech therapy practices. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and strong knowledge of child development. Excellent communication skills and experience with diverse populations are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of child development and diverse diagnoses.
• Experience in educational or pediatric settings.
• Knowledge of the IEP/IFSP process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to evaluate students' communication skills.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Stay abreast of research and best practices in therapy.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Therapeutic techniques

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Before you begin, please read the position description below carefully and review our Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed on the job description. **Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.** More details about application requirements are found below.DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Coordinator of Countywide Services, Instructional Facilitator, and/or Principal/Assistant Principal, the Speech Language Pathologist provides speech language therapy services in Howard County Public Schools that comply with state, federal, Board of Education policies and procedures in order to protect and promote the health and functional independence of students to facilitate their access to educational programming. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of child development, sensory integration techniques, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support students with diverse needs in achieving their academic and functional goals.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.****Education:** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience working with children and adolescents in educational or pediatric settings.• Strong knowledge of child development, diverse populations/diagnoses, and therapeutic techniques. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills across all stakeholders. • Thorough knowledge of the IEP/IFSP process. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate students' communication skills in relevant educational Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, and other relevant meetings to contribute to students' educational planning and outcomes.Stay abreast of current research, trends, and best practices in speech/language pathology and education to inform practice and enhance service delivery.Participate in professional development activities designed to advance knowledge in the areas of education, compliance, and best practices in speech/language therapy.Perform other related duties as required.Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system. scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers education and relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. for this position are on the 11-Month Teacher salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers education and relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the *Pre-Employment Requirements*All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.