Speech-Language Pathologist — School-Based Therapy & Impact

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

International School of Louisiana is seeking a school-based speech-language pathologist to address language, speech, voice and fluency needs and help students meet educational goals.

You will work with teachers and families, develop IEPs, conduct screenings and assessments, and deliver evidence-based interventions in a collaborative school setting. Requires Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure/CCC-SLP, and strong verbal/written communication; Google Suite proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field.
• Licensed Speech Language Pathology (L-SLP) and/or Professional Certification (CCC-SLP).
• Minimum of two years’ experience preferred, willing to work with candidates who are eligible for licensure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Computer proficiency Google Suite: Documents, Slides Sheets and Google Meets
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Responsibilities

• Timely, in person, and regular attendance
• Organizes a program that addresses school speech-language goals.
• Works cooperatively with school personnel to accomplish the goals and objectives of the local education agency.
• Coordinates speech-language services with student services provided by other school personnel.
• Maintains records of the speech-language program and prepares periodic reports as required.
• Conducts speech, language screenings.
• Administers formal and informal (ongoing & curriculum-based) assessments.
• Obtains additional diagnostic information from appropriate persons and available records for speech-language purposes.
• Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services.
• Administers language and hearing programs.
• Provides information to parents and teachers about speech, language and hearing development.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of communicative disorders.
• Collaborates/consults with classroom teachers in the management of speech-language disorders.
• Plans evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups of students.
• Uses evidence-based methods and techniques appropriate to stated objectives.
• Manages the facilities, materials and equipment, including assistive technology, necessary to the delivery
• Adjusts intervention strategies based upon student performance.
• Promotes effective interpersonal relations with students.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of statewide testing procedures.
• Abides by professional code of ethics.
• Develops appropriate IEPs based on students' strengths & needs.
• Demonstrates awareness of professional performance in due process matters and litigious environments.
• Manages time efficiently.
• Engages in continuing education and professional growth activities related to speech language hearing and education.
• Provides consultation to parents, teachers and other appropriate school personnel.
• Seeks the assistance of teachers, parents and others to meet the communication needs of students.
• Consults/communicates with non-school agencies to enhance services.
• Makes recommendations and referrals for audio logical/medical and related services.
• Serves as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement.
• Provides an in-person therapeutic program to meet individual needs of students with speech and hearing impairments.
• Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments.
• Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary evaluation team and provides a comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing and language impairments.
• Develops compliant speech evaluation reports from assessments conducted. Prepares and disseminates the completed evaluation or speech component within mandated timelines.
• Delivers speech and language services in accordance with all federal, state regulations and local policy and procedures.
• Provides screening to identify children with speech impairments at regular intervals and at specific levels.
• Keeps complete records of the assigned student caseload.
• Completes all required reports both local and state.
• Maintain compliance with all school policies and procedures
• The International School of Louisiana retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Verbal communication

Written communication

Google Suite

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Licensed Speech Language Pathology (L-SLP) and/or CCC-SLP

Job description

International School of Louisiana is seeking a school-based speech-language pathologist to address language, speech, voice and fluency needs and help students meet educational goals.

You will work with teachers and families, develop IEPs, conduct screenings and assessments, and deliver evidence-based interventions in a collaborative school setting. Requires Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure/CCC-SLP, and strong verbal/written communication; Google Suite proficiency is expected.