Speech and Language Pathologist - Ecorse, United States - Gomasa

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    Description

    Deadline:
    May 31, 2024

    District/Organization:
    Ecorse Public Schools – Ecorse, MI

    Position/Type:
    Teacher, full time
    Speech and Language Pathologist


    LOCATION:

    ECORSE

    PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

    REPORTS TO:
    Director of Special Services


    BENEFITS:
    Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
    Michigan Public School Retirement Plan


    POSTING DATES:
    May 2024 – Until filled

    ECORSEPUBLIC SCHOOLS is located in the metropolitan Detroit area.

    Our staff provides the very best educational opportunities for approx students from the downriver area, Ecorse, Lincoln Park, Allen Park, Melvindale, Wyandotte, River Rouge, and the Metro Detroit area.

    The Ecorse Public Schools district is comprised of one elementary school (GSRP – K-3), one Middle School (4-8) one high school (9-12), and two credit recovery programs ages 16-19 years old.

    A new facility will be opening this Fall for our own Early Childhood Program.


    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
    to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    JOB OR POSITION SUMMARY:
    Ecorse Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified speech-language pathologist.

    The speech-language pathologist will work to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and social/cognitive communication deficits that interfere with the student's ability to participate in the general education curriculum or educational program.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Assess, screen, and evaluate students and effectively share results with parents and
    educational staff, and participate in the eligibility determination process in accordance
    with state and school division requirements and best practice
    Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with
    Speech/Language impairment and assists with IEPs for students with speech/language as
    service on an annual basis or according to requirements
    Comply with all Medicaid requirements for school-based claiming, including obtaining
    written Medicaid consent from parents of all students served and timely filing of claims
    that meet Medicaid standards
    Provide consultative services for school staff by sharing and demonstrating specific
    techniques and working with school teams to facilitate relevant and consistent
    interventions for targeted Students
    Maintain records and information concerning individual students in the prescribed
    confidential manner and using the records and information only for the purposes for
    which are maintained according to FERPA guidelines
    Provide direct and consultative therapeutic services related to expressive, receptive, and
    pragmatic language
    Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community
    Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and
    Participate in various meetings to address student goals and needs,
    and to meet laws and policies
    Maintain and submit information/records including student progress for all students
    Implement and comply with District policies and procedures
    Perform related duties as assigned by the administration by the school
    District policies and procedures
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
    Knowledge of and skills in administering, scoring, and interpreting communication
    Knowledge and understanding of child development and communication development.
    Knowledge of and skills in best practices specific to various speech disorders
    Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
    Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
    Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other
    technology in instruction.
    Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team
    Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and
    Ability to maintain confidentiality.
    QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
    Master in Speech-Language Pathology and State of Michigan Speech-Language Pathology license
    A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
    Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
    Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
    Superior verbal and written communication skills
    ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred valid Michigan State certification with appropriate licenses.


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job .

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly to remain in a stationary position.

    The employee frequently needs to move about inside the classroom and occasionally throughout the building to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

    The employee will communicate with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee may need to travel to different work locations.

    The position requires the employee to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.


    WORK ENVIRONMENT:


    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with students, staff, and occasionally with the public. At times, the employee may be directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
    Compensation, length of the workday, and the number of workdays are based on the W-WEA collective bargaining agreement.

    EVALUATION:
    Job performance is evaluated by district guidelines.

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
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