Speech Language Pathologist

About This Role

Provide direct speech-language pathology services to students and support their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and evaluation processes in accordance with IDEA and MARSE. Evaluate student progress, develop IEP goals, and collaborate with families and staff to create a conducive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students to determine eligibility for special education and/or related services
• Interpret and explain evaluation findings accurately to parents and school staff
• Implement Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Develop and support IEP goals and objectives through direct services and collaboration/consultation
• Evaluate student progress and modify goals and objectives as needed
• Create and facilitate an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student abilities
• Collaborate with families, staff, and students concerning communication disorders and best practices
• Collaborate with parents, school staff, and other professionals/agencies to develop/implement intervention strategies
• Participate on problem-solving teams to support the MTSS process
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff, students, and families
• Participate in school and district professional development programs and staff meetings
• Demonstrate knowledge of special education rules and regulations and maintain compliance with IDEA and MARSE
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
• A current Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association (ASHA) OR Michigan Teaching Certificate with Speech and Language Impaired (SB) Endorsement
• Valid State of Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
• Expertise and experience working in an urban school setting
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution

Nice to Have

• Experience working with children who have been educationally underserved
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, restorative practices, and trauma-informed care
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education

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