Speech-Language Pathologist

• Implement screening and/or referral procedures to identify students needing speech/language assessment.
• Assess and identify students with deficits in communication skills.
• Administer individual speech-language assessments and probes to evaluate communication skills.
• Consult with parents and school staff regarding students' communication skills.
• Participate in meetings with school staff to discuss student needs
• Develop appropriate individualized education programs (IEPs) for students requiring speech/language services.
• Collaborate with school teams for scheduling services.
• Provide speech/language services in accordance with the IEP following evidence-based practice.
• Collect and maintain records of student data related to performance and progress on goals.
• Complete online documentation of services that align with Medicaid requirements.
• Assist with purchase order requests for and management of speech/language supplies and materials.
• Conduct in-service professional development to teachers and school staff members on topics related to communication skills.
• Assist teachers and staff with integrating needed speech/language skills in the classroom.
• Supervise speech/language assistant(s) or paraeducator(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office of Student Support Services.

• Demonstrate leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, staff, administrators, and parents.
• Possess good moral character.
• Possess basic knowledge of curriculum.
• Possess thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices, and procedures.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Virginia Regulations for Special Education.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching.
• Possess thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.
• Demonstrate ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, administration, parents, and outside agency personnel

• Candidates must possess at least a master's degree in the area of speech-language pathology or communication disorders.
• Candidates must be eligible for licensure in Virginia as a speech-language pathologist.

Spotsylvania County Public Schools