TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director of Student Services and Special Education, the Speech Language Pathologist provides services to students with communication disabilities which will allow them to access the curriculum and to participate in both school and community life to the greatest extent possible; completes a variety of tasks designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication, working with students who have identified speech and language disorders as well as other disabilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses students referred for speech/language evaluation using appropriate testing instruments. Prepares reports that reflect the results of standardized tests and observations that contain information helpful and understandable to all involved parties and that contain clear recommendations. Complies with the District's rules, policies, and procedures. Maintains records of prior planning of lessons and to keeps therapy notes for each child and therapy session; maintains accurate records of student attendance. Provides direct treatment assistance to students; follows and implements documented treatment plans or protocols; and documents student progress toward meeting established objectives and reports the information. Maintains student records, data, charts, graphs and reports; observes and records significant behavioral patterns; maintains appropriate behavior between activities; and prepares various teaching materials such as charts, pictures, word lists, and other related items. Serves as resource regarding speech/language instructional adaptations, educational assessment and curriculum for school based staff. Consults with teachers and other service providers to ensure the students' needs are met. Maintains augmentative communication devices and equipment for students requiring supports. Performs other duties and responsibilities consistent with this role/position as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Special Education or the Building Principal. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders required. Current Massachusetts Teacher's Certification in Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders and Massachusetts License in Speech-Language Pathology; prior experience in an educational or clinical setting preferred. Must possess valid driver's license and travel between school buildings using own transportation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of speech and language pathology equipment, materials, and procedures; normal speech, language, and hearing development; language disorders and rehabilitation; articulation disorders and rehabilitation; acquired disorders and rehabilitation; learning patterns in children; student behavior management techniques and strategies; learning difficulties of children with special education needs; English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar; basic math skills; routine office procedures and recordkeeping; standard software applications. Skills-based competencies include interacting effectively with attitudes and behaviors of students; using a variety of screening tools and protocols; appropriately administering and scoring screening tools; providing effective implementation of therapy objectives; interacting and communicating effectively with children and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds. Abilities-based competencies include working independently with minimal supervision; communicating effectively; operating a computer and using standard software applications; reacting with flexibility and sensitivity to changing situations; organizing and prioritizing work; effectively carrying out instructions; and maintaining cooperative work relationships. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to operate a computer and other office equipment; occasionally lift or move up to 30 lbs.; and position oneself to effectively assist students; Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy indoor school office environment. The essential duties and responsibilities listed are intended only as an illustration of the type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.