Primary Purpose
Provide assistance and leadership for campus speech-language pathologists in evaluating, planning, and providing direct and consultative services consistent with speech-language goals contained in student’s IEP. Assist with review and update of SPED operational processes; purchase requisition recommendations and budget predictions for district speech-language pathology needs based on students’ needs in the district; and assist with recruitment and retention of speech-language pathology staff. Oversee services provided by SLP interns and assistants facilitating supervision and the following of state and local guidelines.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas license granted by State Board of Examiners in Speech Language Pathology
National Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
Special Knowledge/Skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge and demonstrated competency in: speech-language pathology evaluation and therapy procedures for communication disorders; education of diverse student populations; and human development and learning theories
Ability to instruct students and manage behavior
Strong team-building skills
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Superior organizational skills
Ability to multi-task with minimal supervision
Ability to adjust to change in a positive manner
Experience
Minimum of 3years experience as a speech-language pathologist
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional strategies to promote student growth
- Conduct or facilitate speech-language evaluations/reevaluations of students referred through special education and provide a written evaluation report for assigned students, as well as, assist campus based speech-language pathologists in provision of these services and making appropriate determinations.
- Facilitate the provision of speech-language therapy services and assist campus based speech-language pathologists in making decisions according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, Texas Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology, CCISD board policies, and administrative guidelines.
- Provide assistance and leadership for campus based speech-language pathologists in working with staff and administrators to determine present levels of performance and develop goals and objectives for determined areas of need.
- Provide assistance and leadership for campus based speech-language pathologists in planning and providing direct and consultative services consistent with speech-language goals contained in student’s IEP.
- Perform periodic checks of compliance through evaluation logs, attendance logs, and therapy session notes at the campus and district level in conjunction with the supervising special education coordinator and campus administration.
- Facilitate/assist with recruitment, the interview process, mentoring and retention of staff for CCISD employees and contract speech-language pathologists.
- Attend special education leadership meetings, provide/facilitate staff development on district special education initiatives, and conduct at least quarterly department meetings reviewing policy and disseminating information from leadership meetings.
- Work cooperatively with campus based speech-language pathologists, assistants and interns to provide leadership and instructional/therapy coaching to improve therapy services following the State Board of Speech-Language Pathology Board of Examiners regulations and district policies.
- Facilitate/provide staff development to general education and special education staff in areas relevant to speech and language therapy services.
- Conduct speech and language department meetings for dissemination of information related to school based speech and language services.
Communication
11. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
12. Maintain a professional and cordial relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
13. Adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines regarding confidentiality.
14. Establish and maintain open communication by facilitating conferences with students, parents, and other staff members.
15. Respond to parent phone calls/messages in a timely manner.
Department management and organization
16. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
17. Develop speech-language service provider campus schedules based on student needs, caseload/work-load and adjust throughout the year in collaboration with the supervising special education coordinator to maintain an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
18. Assist speech-language service providers manage student behavior in accordance with the CCISD Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
19. Assist with purchase requisition recommendations and provide budget predictions for speech language therapy and assessment materials based on students’ needs in the district.
20. Provide for care and protection of school property and be held accountable for books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
21. Assists in upholding and implementing administrative regulations and board policy.
22. Manage and utilize data effectively for systemic process and program analysis.
- Assist with the revision of department operating processes as needed for maintaining effective systemic processes and practices.
- Implement data-driven decision making for improvement efforts based on best practices.
23. Manage and utilize policy effectively for maintaining systemic processes and practices.
- Account for the verification of the correct policy regarding all decisions and correspondence.
- Implement effective policy-driven decision making.
Professional growth and development
24. Seek and participate in quality professional development activities to improve leadership, therapy, and evaluation effectiveness thereby increasing student’s benefit in their education.
25. Participate collaboratively with colleagues to reflect on one’s educational therapy and leadership practices.
26. Stay abreast of developments in the profession and display openness to change and innovation.
27. Maintain updated record of all professional development activities.
28. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies
29. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Personal growth and work habits
30. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
31. Submit all legal documents in a timely manner as required by Federal, State, and District.
32. Display proficient levels of technology applications
33. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
34. Meet deadlines to submit collaborative and individual evaluation reports, progress reports, and other documents as required by the campus/district.
35. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
36. Demonstrate integrity and ethics.
37. Provide consultation to campus administrators, teachers, parents, coworkers and others maintaining friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders.
38. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
39. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
40. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned, including membership on district-wide support teams, as well as, any requested school trainings, regardless of when conducted.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Effective verbal and written communication; concentration while performing duties; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions
Physical Demand/Environmental Factors
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, lifting, moving therapy equipment, desks, and other educational materials; frequent district-wide travel.
Terms: 198 days or as assigned |