Speech-Language Specialist - Tenure Track position (Full time)

Glen Ridge Public Schools | Glen Ridge, NJ

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CountyEssex

Posted Date 4/29/2024

Expiration Date5/24/2024

Description

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Services, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation for students to overcome speech/language deificiences in order to maximize the students' learning experience.

Essential Functions

Conducts assessments, analyses and classifications of students' communication competencies and characteristics
Plans, prepares and delivers treatment programs for children with speech and language deficiencies.
Provides diagnostic evaluations of pupils referred to the child study team for communication disorders and participates in team conferences related to those pupils
Develops and implements an Individualized Educational Program (I.E.P.) in conjunction with parents and teachers for pupils who are eligible for speech correction and identifies -pupils in need of related services
Provides individual and small group intervention sessions with students who have been classified
Conducts classes in speech/language therapy
Maintains close liaison with the child study team and serves as a case manager as assigned
Keeps those records necessary for each child and completes all required local, state and federal reports
Participates in the development and improvement of opportunities for disabled/exceptional students by providing individual or group in-service experiences for staff and parents
Conducts ongoing evaluation of all children in the program to determine appropriateness of their programs
Acts as educational consultant to classroom teachers, guidance counselors and administrators as required
Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community
Assumes primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies
Maintains professional competence through in-service education and other professional growth activities
Assumes other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools, building Principals or the Director of Student Services

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Student Sevrices, Principal or Superintendent of Schools.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Knowledge of Speech/Language principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven behavior management methods.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Valid new jersey educational services certificate and speech-language specialist endorsement
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology
Ability to effectively apply the principles of assessment, treatment and prevention of speech, language and hearing disorders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status

Education:

- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

- Masters Degree in Speech/Language Pathology or it's equivalent

Experience:

- Successful prior experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date:________

County

Essex

www.glenridge.org

Speech-Language Specialist - Tenure Track position (Full time)

Glen Ridge Public Schools | Glen Ridge, NJ

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