Speech Therapist

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a School Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate students, develop IEPs, and provide direct therapy to individuals or small groups. The role requires collaboration with teachers, parents, and staff to support communication development and track progress over time.

The position involves staying up-to-date with current research and best practices in the field, and participating in IEP meetings to inform adaptations and supports for students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and language evaluations using standardized tests.
• Develop and implement IEPs for students with speech or language delays.
• Provide direct therapy services, individually or in small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to support communication development.
• Monitor and document progress, adjust therapy methods as needed.
• Participate in IEP meetings and share progress insights.
• Educate students and parents about speech-language development and strategies.
• Stay current with research and best practices in speech-language pathology.
• Assist in developing school-wide speech and communication initiatives.
• Support other duties assigned by building administrator or Director of Special Education.

Job description

• Conduct speech and language evaluations to assess students' communication skills by administering standardized tests to diagnose speech and language disorders.

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with speech or language delays.

• Provide direct therapy services to students, both individually and in small groups.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to support students' communication development.

• Monitor and document students' progress and adjust therapy methods as needed.

• Participate in IEP meetings and provide insights on student progress and needed adaptations.

• Educate students and parents about speech-language development and strategies to support improvement.

• Stay current with research and best practices in the field of speech-language pathology.

• Assist in the development of school-wide speech and communication initiatives.

• Any other duties assigned by the building administrator or Director of Special Education.