Speech-Language Pathologist — $2,500 Hiring Bonus

Father-Flanagan; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2500

Job summary

Boys Town in Omaha, NE seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to screen and assess students for communication disorders, design and deliver IEP-based services, and collaborate with families and staff to enhance progress within the general curriculum. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices and ongoing documentation and compliance with district procedures.

The successful candidate will direct therapy sessions, maintain records, and participate in professional development while aligning with the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• ASHA CCC is required.
• Current Nebraska Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Speech-Language Pathology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation and service plans for students with communication disorders.
• Identifies and evaluates communication disorders; develops and implements individualized plans for students to improve speech and language skills.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.
• Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns.
• Directs therapy sessions including speech/language articulation, voice and fluency therapy.
• Communicates and collaborates with colleagues and monitors student progress.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate using the Boys Town Social Skill Model for a productive learning environment.
• Serves as a resource to school staff members in the area of speech and language improvement.
• Develops and uses student's Individualized Educational Plans with each student in caseload.
• Provides information, support, and counseling to parents and families when appropriate.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Maintains compliance on all special education procedures, timelines, and documents such as IEPs, progress reporting, parent notification, consents, evaluation process, etc.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate record keeping and lesson planning and student progress toward IEP goals as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Works with and understands a diverse student population.
• Promotes an environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Skills

Knowledge of state policies

Diagnose impairment

Modify curriculum

Professional competence development

Behavioral approach

Respect for individuals

Collaboration with team

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA)

Nebraska Teaching Certificate with SLP endorsement

Job description

Boys Town in Omaha, NE seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to screen and assess students for communication disorders, design and deliver IEP-based services, and collaborate with families and staff to enhance progress within the general curriculum. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices and ongoing documentation and compliance with district procedures.

The successful candidate will direct therapy sessions, maintain records, and participate in professional development while aligning with the