Speech Language Pathologist - Services FLAT LICK Elementary

Fully licensed. 

 
SUMMARY CLASS TITLE: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Admissions & Release Committee, screen, assess and identify students with
communication disorders which adversely affect their educational progress. Develop and provide direct
and indirect services within the student’s educational setting, based on established IEP goals and objectives.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
• Prepare written evaluations and maintain records which clearly and succinctly document
services provided, student progress and discharge from therapy as recommended to the
Admissions & Release Committee.
• Comply with evaluations standards and determine eligibility for services based on the Kentucky
Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disorders.
• Effectively communicate test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans to the Admissions
and Release Committee.
• Participate in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, Individual
Education Plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models.
• Assure compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and
procedures.
• Prepare reports as needed by the local school district and/or the KY Department of Education.
• Develop treatment plans consistent with the IEP. Review therapy goals and objectives and
make recommendations for changes as appropriate to the Admissions & Release Committee.
• Employ instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each
student’s goals and objectives.
• Operate and maintain a variety of therapeutic equipment and train others in use of the
equipment as necessary.
• Assess, select and develop augmentative and/or alternative communication systems and provide
training in their use.
• Participate in hearing screening programs to identify and refer students with suspected hearing
impairment and/or middle ear disorders.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of any assigned staff. Adhere to state law regarding the
type and amount of supervision required for licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s).
• Communicate with students who have disorders of communication, their families, caregivers
and other service providers relative to the student’s disability and its management. Assist in
development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of the student.
• Communicate with appropriate agencies, schools and other organizations as needed in order to
meet the needs of students with communication disabilities.
Speech Language Pathologist - Continued Page 2
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES - continued:
• Remain current concerning instructional and technological advances and other matters
concerning speech-language therapy. Attend and participate in professional workshops and
conferences. Provide in-service training to other professionals and paraprofessionals.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as needed.
• Operate office equipment, as appropriate.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF :
• Principles and techniques of speech-language therapy
• Methods and procedures for assessment and treatment of communication disorders (speech
sound production and use, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, oral motor, etc.)
• State and federal laws and regulations regarding special education records, due process and
service provision
• Local school district policies and procedures
• State laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology.
• Kentucky Eligibility Guidelines for Communication Disabilities
• Principals of training & supervising staff
• Health and safety regulations
ABILITY TO:
• Provide speech-language therapy to eligible students.
• Develop and evaluate the appropriateness of treatment plans (IEPs).
• Develop student rapport and establish a positive therapeutic atmosphere.
• Communicate and work effectively with the families of students with disabilities.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals.
• Maintain student records and prepare reports as specified by the District.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare written evaluations and reports.
• Remain current concerning knowledge of therapeutic and special issues.
• Operate and maintain therapeutic and office equipment.
• Prioritize and schedule work.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Train and supervise others as needed.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A master’s degree or any combination equivalent to a master’s degree in the area of speech-language
pathology from an accredited program in speech-language therapy, and all other requirements as set forth
in KRS334A.050.