Speech / Language Pathologist

Young World Physical Education

Gonzales (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A Texas educational institution is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to provide essential services for students with speech and language disorders. The role includes conducting evaluations, providing therapy, and collaborating with teachers and parents to achieve communication objectives. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in speech-language pathology, hold a valid Texas license, and ideally have a year of clinical experience. An environment conducive to learning will be created, essential for students to thrive.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university.
One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience.
Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent evaluations and provide individual/group therapy.
Collaborate with teachers to improve student communication skills.
Create a conducive learning environment and manage student behavior.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to assess communication disorders

Ability to instruct student behavior

Education

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology

Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist or TEA speech therapy certificate

Tools

Standard testing equipment

Computer and peripherals

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students’ ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions
Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Therapy

Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make determination regarding therapy services.
Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements.
Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures.

Consultation

Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals, the needs of the student, and involvement in remedial process.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.
Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits.

Student Management

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Program Management

Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings.
Participate in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

Note: Supervisors of licensed speech-language assistants must be licensed by SBESLPA as speech-language pathologists. A person with a TEA certificate who is not licensed may not be a supervisor of a licensed speech-language pathology assistant.

Position Type:

Position Type: Full-Time

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