Speech Language Pathologist

Certified Speech Language Pathologist focuses on promoting student success by responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive programs and services that help guide all learners in their speech and language needs. This position may serve as both a Related Service Provider and Case Manager for student who are identified with speech language needs through the special education process. The Speech-Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, treats and helps to prevent communication and swallowing disorder in children experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning.

Responsibilities

Screens, evaluates, and provides speech-language therapy for students with identified speech-language impairments; Documents student performance; Provides support to student support team (SST)/response to intervention (RTI) processes; Provides case management of speech-only caseload; Monitors compliance for speech-only case managers; Monitors compliance with regulations; Instructs students/families in the use of appropriate communication technologies (specifically alternative augmentative communication devices) for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders and improving student success in the classroom; Maintains files and/or records, e.g. progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance; Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and/or gather information

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; 5-7 years of related professional experience; Colorado Speech-Language Pathology license and/or teaching certificate; Must reside in Colorado; Master's degree in speech language pathology; Three (3) years of speech/language work experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience; Highly knowledgeable about Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements; Thorough knowledge and skill in conducting/interpreting comprehensive speech-language evaluations; Thorough knowledge and skill in providing speech-language therapy services; Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services; Ability to create and deliver staff development; Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong organizational and time management skills; Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Web; Ability to travel 20% of time for meetings, professional development; Ability to pass background check requirements; Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week; Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school

Nice to have

Management experience

Benefits

Health benefits; retirement contributions; paid time off; eligible employees may receive a bonus