Speech Language Pathologist-Bilingual

Special Programs

Bay City (TX)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 69,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Bay City ISD is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist - Bilingual to plan and provide services for students with speech, voice, or language disorders. This role reports to the Director of Special Programs and requires a Texas license or TEA certificate, with fingerprinting clearance.

The position involves delivering evaluations, therapy, and collaboration with teachers and ARD committees, plus duties in program management and supervision of assistants as needed.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university.
Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist or TEA certificate.
Satisfactory fingerprinting background check.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent evaluations and provide therapy aligned with IEP goals.
Develop clinical management strategies and diagnostic statements.
Participate in ARD Committee for placement and goal setting.
Collaborate with teachers and families to plan and implement language goals.
Provide professional development to schools to address communication deficits.
Create a conducive learning environment and manage student behavior.
Coordinate evaluation of services and oversee documentation and reporting.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology

Texas license as SLP or TEA certificate

Background check fingerprinting

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist-Bilingual

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist- Bilingual

Exemption Status/ Test: Exempt/ Professional

Reports to: Director of Special Programs

Department/ School: Assigned Campus(es)

Minimum Salary: 62,638 yearly

Stipend: $11,000

Annual Work Calendar Days: 187 Days

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.

Benefits:

Employee Medical Coverage starting at $60/ month Employee & Dependent Coverage starting at $342/ month Optional Add-On Benefits such as Dental, Vision, and Disability Leave Benefits, personal leave and sick leave days Paid $15,000 Life Insurance Policy TRS Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications:

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.

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

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:

None

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

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 heaving 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

*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.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,638 Per Year

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