Speech Language Pathologist

The Pepin Academies Inc; Tampa (FL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pepin Academies in Tampa, FL seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to organize and implement a therapy program for speech, language, and hearing-impaired students. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive therapeutic services within the school setting.

Responsibilities include designing annual therapy plans, collaborating with ESE teachers, pursuing Medicaid provider credentials, documenting reimbursements, and participating in IEP meetings to support student progress and educational

Formación

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communications Sciences and Disorders.
• Valid Florida certification or Florida state license for the position.

Responsabilidades

• Organize and implement a therapy program to meet the needs of speech, language and hearing-impaired students.
• Attend IEP meetings and supply planning notes/progress reports to school personnel and parents.
• Provide direct supervision of speech-language pathology assistant(s) with compensation via stipend when applicable.
• Adhere to licensure standards and applicable regulations.

Educación

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communications Sciences and Disorders

Florida state license or Florida certification in the field

Descripción del empleo

• Location 3916 East Hillsborough Ave,Tampa, FL, 33610,United States
• Base Pay $40.00 - $42.55 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time - Non-Exempt

Major Function

This employee is responsible for organizing and implementing a therapy program to meet the needs of speech, language and hearing-impaired students and meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in laws and policies.

Requirements

• Prepare and design educational and therapy plans annually for each student based on individually assessed needs in accordance with Pepin Academies' procedures
• Work in coordination with other ESE teachers in planning and developing the exceptional student education program so that it is consistent with the total educational philosophy of Pepin Academies
• Obtain and maintain approval as a Medicaid provider
  • If not currently approved, collaborate with our team to complete the necessary steps to obtain Medicaid provider credentials.
• Submit all required documentation for reimbursement of eligible students through the designated school-approved reimbursement platform.
• Participate in the in-school staffing and screening processes as appropriate, including all students referred by the in-school staffing committee for speech language and/or hearing screening tests
• Participate on evaluation teams for speech, language, and hearing-impaired students as appropriate
• Provide diagnostic/evaluation testing for students failing speech and/or language screenings
• Confer with the classroom teacher as requested concerning any educational needs of the student
• Make available to teachers, instructional ideas that are appropriate for exceptional students within the classroom situation
• Ensure that each student in the program has necessary evaluation records in his/her permanent record
• Attend Individualized Education Plan meetings and supply planning notes/progress reports to school personnel and to parents of exceptional students as necessary and requested
• Provide direct supervision of roles and responsibilities for speech language pathology assistant(s)
  • Compensated with stipend, when applicable
• Adheres to the Standards and requirements necessary for licensure
• If applicable, use classroom strategies proven to be effective in the Teacher Evaluation Framework

Summary

School Expectations: All employees are expected to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; to support Pepin Academies' vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; to engage in civility, respect, and professionalism; and to maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communications Sciences and Disorders
• Valid Florida certification in field or hold appropriate Florida state license for the position