Speech Language Pathologist (480B)

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to identify and provide services to students who meet eligibility for the speech-language program.

The role requires a Master’s Degree and a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate (SLP S5). The position is paid monthly according to the Teacher salary schedule, with duties including assessment, IEP development, and collaboration with parents and educators.

Qualifications

• Master Degree required.
• Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate (SLP S5) required.
• Experience: None specified.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Written and oral communication, planning, organization.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates communication skills of students referred and diagnoses speech and/or language disorders.
• Assures placement of students in the speech-language program and develops and implements speech-language goals/objectives on IEPs.
• Conducts and/or participates in IEP meetings.
• Schedules students appropriately.
• Provides consultative services to teachers, parents, administrators and allied agencies to integrate speech-language goals into classrooms and home environments.
• Maintains student data to assess progress and continuation or termination of services.
• Complies with state and system regulations regarding due process paperwork and Medicaid documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Planning

Organization

Education

Master degree

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist

JOB CODE: 480B

DIVISION: Academic-Support and Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORK DAYS: 188

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: CIT 5, 6, or 7

FLSA: Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Identifies and provides services to students who meet eligibility requirements for the speech-language program; communicates with professionals and parents regarding integration of speech and language goals into the classroom and home environments.

Requirements

• Education Level: Master Degree required
• Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate (SLP S5)
• Experience: None
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication, planning, organization

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Evaluates communication skills of students referred and diagnoses speech and/or language disorders.
• Assures placement of students in the speech-language program and develops and implements speech-language goals/objectives on individualized education plans according to established due process procedures.
• Conducts and/or participates in IEP meetings.
• Schedules students appropriately.
• Provides consultative services to teachers, parents, administrators, and allied agencies in order to integrate speech-language goals into the classroom, other educational programs, and the home environment.
• Reports and maintains student data to assess progress and continuation or termination of services.
• Complies with State and System regulations regarding due process paperwork and Medicaid documentation.
• Refers to other agencies and/or personnel when appropriate.
• Investigates and uses new strategies for delivering student services.
• Participates in professional learning opportunities provided.
• Participates with school administrators/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of speech-language program into total educational system.
• Participates in RTI process at local school level as needed.
• Reports information required for local, state, and federal programs.
• Maintains special education records for SI students at local school.
• Maintains prompt and professional communication with parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator