Speech-Language Pathologist (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Burlington (NC); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Young World Physical Education in Burlington, NC is looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist. The role focuses on assisting students with special communicative needs, coordinating services with educational staff. Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology and be licensed in North Carolina.

Essential duties include developing individualized education plans and maintaining documentation. The position requires strong evaluation skills and experience working in a public school system. Contact Dr. Christina Armfield for more information.

Qualificações

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Speech Pathology.
• Must possess NCDPI G License and valid NC certification 88082.
• Three to five years of experience in public schools preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist students with communicative needs and document services.
• Develop IEPs in collaboration with teachers and parents.
• Conduct screening and testing of students.

Conhecimentos

Knowledge of speech pathology methods

Ability to evaluate and provide therapy

Skill in developing individualized programs

Ability to document therapy sessions

Ability to maintain working relationships

Formação académica

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

Ferramentas

Assistive technology

Evaluation tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Title

Speech‑Language Pathologist

School/Department

Assigned school(s)

Starting Date

Immediately

Salary

Per appropriate salary scale

FLSA Status

Exempt

Reports To

Executive Director of EC or designee (such as EC Program Specialist for Related Services, or EC Director, or Lead Speech Pathologist)

Supervises

None

Work Week Schedule

Monday - Friday

Work Hours

40

Number of Months Per Year

10

Position Purpose

The Speech – Language Pathologist assists students with special communicative needs to use the maximum communicative potential based on age and cognition. Areas of speech-language involvement include deficits or abnormalities in articulation, receptive/expressive/pragmatic language, voice, and fluency. S/he coordinates services with the student’s educational staff and family. The therapist is responsible for timely documentation of all therapy and evaluation services for all students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of speech pathology and their proper application in the educational environment
• Considerable knowledge of appropriate evaluating tools
• Considerable knowledge of the equipment and assistive technology available to use in therapy
• Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends and developments in the field of speech pathology
• General knowledge of the principles of organization and administration
• Skill in directly providing a wide range of treatment activities
• Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment and treatment methods
• Ability to plan, coordinate and conduct on-the-job training and continuing education for a variety of individuals
• Ability to screen, evaluate and provide required speech pathology services
• Ability to develop and implement individualized programs
• Ability to accurately document sessions
• Ability to maintain adequate inventory of supplies
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and to develop simple reports from those records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments

Education, Training, and Experience

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Speech Pathology

Certification and License Requirements

• NCDPI G License
• Valid NC certification 88082 Speech‑Language Pathologist
• License from the Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathologists and Audiologists
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech‑Language and Hearing Association
• Three (3) to five (5) years serving students in a public‑school system

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize the school program and cooperate with others to accomplish its goals
• Coordinate program services with other student services
• Maintain records in accordance with established rules, regulations and ethical standards
• Maintain Medicaid billing profiles and therapy notes on all Medicaid eligible students using the designated billing service for the district.
• Conduct screening and testing
• Obtain diagnostic information
• Analyze information and make recommendations regarding programs and services
• Supervise speech-language assistants and clinical fellows working on ASHA certification
• Develop individual education plans for each speech‑language eligible child in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, LEA representative and other pertinent professionals
• Attend IEP meetings where input is necessitated
• Plan therapy and use appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum.
• Manage time, facilities and resources to facilitate delivery of services
• Promote effective interpersonal relations and engage in continuing professional growth
• Provide consultation, seek assistance of others, use related research and make recommendations and referrals for the implementation of appropriate services
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal, EC Director or EC Assistant Director

Contact Information

• Dr. Christina Armfield, Executive Director of Exceptional Children
• Exceptional Children
• Email: [e-mail]