SY | Anticipated Speech-Language Pathologist - TBD

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TRI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION JOINT AGREEMENT

TITLE:
Speech Language Pathologist

• PEL School Service Personnel Endorsed in Speech‑Language Pathology (PreK‑21)
• Active and Valid IDFPR Speech‑Language Pathologist Professional License

Reports to:

Assigned Technical Assistant Supervisor for designated programs

• Conduct comprehensive speech‑language evaluations with recommendations for amounts and type of intervention needed.
• Provision of speech‑language therapy as indicated, to populations including but not limited to Developmental Delay, Cognitive Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Emotional Disability, for students age 3‑21 years.
• Provide itinerant speech‑language therapy for children not enrolled in center‑based programs as necessary.
• Participation in educational staffings or team meetings as appropriate.
• Responsible for developing speech‑language stimulation programs for use in the classroom and/or home.
• Responsible for training classroom teachers, program aides and parents in the implementation of speech‑language intervention.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining accurate and current documentation for all students receiving speech‑language services (diagnostic reports, progress reports, therapy and billing logs).
• Participate in preschool developmental screenings and all other child‑find activities.
• Other professional duties as required or assigned.

• Integration of Technology into Practice:
  Demonstrate continual growth in technology and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.
• Plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by available software and technology to promote communication development.
• Implement methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning in the area of communication (Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems/devices).
• Apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies, including evidence‑based practice.
• Use technology to enhance productivity and professional practices including word processing, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications and print/graphic utilities, class attendance (Lighthouse), Individual Education Plan (IEP) programs.
• Obtain required continuing education units/hours for the purpose of ISBE certification/IDPR licensure renewal and to ensure growth and development of current best practices in the field of speech‑language pathology.

Compensation and benefits are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.