Speech-Language Pathologist (Pre-K)

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools; Lincoln Center (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local supplement eligibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A local school district in Kansas seeks an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist to lead assistive technology services for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include developing augmentative communication services, providing support across schools, and collaborating with teams to manage technology use. Candidates must possess a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, hold necessary NC licenses, and have at least three years in a public school setting. This role promotes a commitment to high-quality educational outcomes for all students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• 3 years minimum experience in a public school preferred.
• Current North Carolina license for Speech and Language Pathology is necessary.
• Current license to practice Speech-Language Pathology by the NC Board is required.
• Current NC Professional Educator's License for SLP is required.
• ASHA CCC is required.
• Valid NC driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of assistive technology services.
• Collaborate with IT teams for device management.
• Provide support for implementation of AAC services.
• Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to support appropriate learning programs.
• Maintain AAC device inventory and track performance indicators.
• Apply professional ethics and standards in decision-making.
• Assist in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results and develop IEP goals.
• Support EC staff district-wide with technology used for literacy and other needs.
• Coordinate with IT and Digital Learning teams to manage devices and inventory.
• Travel within CHCCS District as required.

Skills

Leadership in assistive technology services

Collaboration with teams

Data analysis for speech-language services

Knowledge of AAC/AT

Ethics

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current North Carolina Professional Educator's License for Speech Language Pathology

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

North Carolina Professional Educator's License for SLP

Tools

Data analysis software

Assistive technology devices

Job description

Reports To: EC Director of Psychological and Related Supports | Pre-K Director Salary Grade: Teacher eligible for local supplement and EC supplement

Work Location: Lincoln Center FSLA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: 10 Months

Position Summary

Provide leadership in the district-wide development and implementation of a coordinated system of high quality assistive technology and augmentative communication services, including direct services provided to complex communicators.

• Assist in coordinating the funding, design, and fabrication of AAC/AT devices necessary for student IEPs.
• Plan, conduct, and assist in staff development activities to implement AAC/AT.
• Work positively and collaboratively with students, parents, and staff to ensure appropriate learning programs and environments.
• Actively participate in professional development to maintain and improve professional competence and to effectively implement AAC/AT programs.
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and tracking of AAC device inventory system; maintain data and performance indicator information for services provided.
• Use the professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Psychological and Related Supports.
• Collaborate as an effective member of the AT team to discuss processes and divide responsibilities according to current needs and trends.
• Provide support to all EC staff across the district's schools for technology utilized in supporting our disabled student population. This includes tools to support literacy, other academic needs, vocational needs, communication, and other functional needs.
• Provide support to staff regarding implementation of AT device use, including support with data collection, documentation, and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with the Information Technology and Digital Learning & Library teams to manage assistive technology devices and inventory throughout the district, as needed.
• Liaise with the general education technology groups in CHCCS to make certain the EC population is considered in global decisions, as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrate findings with other disciplines, offer recommendations, and develop individual education plans and intervention plans to achieve IEP goals.
• Consult with the school-based teams to achieve student outcomes.
• Monitor and assess the effects of Assistive Technology intervention and/or consultation and the need to continue, modify, or discontinue intervention.
• Synthesize evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; directs program development including AT supports within the IEP and appropriate accommodations.
• Assists in the development of presentations and resources the AT team provides to school based teams or district personnel in print or in presentations.
• Provides appropriate information on an informal or formal basis regarding speech, language and hearing programs.
• Maintains records of the speech-language program and prepares quarterly reports as required. In addition documents speech therapy services and all required ECATS documentation.
• Conducts speech, language and hearing screenings, administers formal and informal assessments, and obtains additional diagnostic information from appropriate persons and available records for speech-language purposes.
• Coordinates speech-language services with student services provided by other school personnel.
• Seeks the assistance of teachers, parents, and others to meet the communication needs of students.
• Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, including the Extended Content Standards, in the management of communicative disorders.
• Plans and delivers evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups of students.
• Uses evidence-based methods and techniques appropriate to stated objectives.
• Engages in continuing education and professional growth activities related to speech-language-hearing and education.
• Analyzes the impact of comprehensive speech-language services on student learning

Education/Experience Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Continuing education related to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Direct work experience related to AAC
• Current license to practice Speech and Language Pathology by the NC Board of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists
• Current North Carolina Professional Educator's License for Speech Language Pathology
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Valid North Carolina driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years minimum experience working in a public school setting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to perform medium physical work duties consistent with the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, and be able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, copiers, and scanners.
• Travel within CHCCS District required.

Disclosure

This document provides descriptive information about the above Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual's ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.