Orange Unified School District
Speech & Language Pathologist
Orange Unified School District, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SPECIALIST
Orange Unified School District, Orange, CA
Classification : Speech and Language Specialist
Job Overview : Under professional direction, plan, organize and provide diagnostic services and therapy for children with speech and language disabilities; demonstrate, teach and instruct pupils in language and speech development processes; perform diagnostic assessment in determining speech and language performance levels; aid in the development of academic, social, and other educational skill areas; and perform other related functions as required.
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic assessments of pupil speech and language development using standardized tests and developmental speech and language inventories.
Consult with teachers regarding pupils' speech and language status and management.
Confere with parents regarding speech and language status and management and coordinate parent activities in relation to classroom and therapy instructional processes.
Confere with instructional staff in the assessment and remediation of speech and language disabilities.
Provide stimulation of speech and language abilities, utilizing behavior modification, oral facilitation, phonemic vocalization, vocabulary development and expressive language.
Plan, organize and perform intensive individualized speech and language programs for students experiencing multiple handicapping conditions.
Maintain clinical file recordings of speech and language evaluation information, observations and recommendations for the remediation of speech and language disabilities.
May develop an individualized speech workbook to supplement home training and to facilitate speech and language exercises and activities.
Utilize a variety of instructional aids and equipment in remedying speech disabilities and may demonstrate uses of the instructional materials and equipment to instructional personnel.
Develop specialized in-service programs for school and community personnel.
Develop parent education programs and individual or group counseling to assist parents in the prevention and/or remediation of communicative disorders, when appropriate.
Evaluate students experiencing speech and language difficulties and report therapy progress to instructional staff and to parents.
Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies and techniques, emphasizing positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
Maintain an effective therapy environment through the proper control of heating, lighting and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays and independent therapy sessions.
Select and requisition appropriate instructional supplies, materials, equipment and learning aids.
Participate in professional growth activities at the local, state and national levels.
Participate as a member of District committees for maintenance of standards and evaluations of the speech and language services.
Cooperate and perform a variety of non‑instructional duties, including therapy and instructional development activities, student supervision and advisory and consultation functions.
Participate in faculty and/or District meetings, committees and sponsorship of student activities.
Qualifications
Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to the diagnosis and remediation of speech and language disabilities.
Knowledge of developmental, social and behavior characteristics of pre‑school and elementary age pupils.
Knowledge of speech and language remediation goals and objectives, and trends and research findings of speech and language remediation processes.
Knowledge of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods.
Knowledge of socio‑economic, cultural and language differences of the general school population.
Computer program proficiency.
Ability to plan, organize, develop and conduct an intensive diagnostic and therapy program for children experiencing speech and language disorders.
Ability to provide appropriate and effective language and speech therapy experiences for students from a wide range of socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying mental, social and emotional abilities.
Ability to effectively assess speech and language disorders and implement sound and appropriate remediation programs.
Ability to provide a stimulating speech and language therapy environment.
Ability to perform research and development functions and activities pertaining to speech and language therapy programs, and to motivate pupils experiencing speech and language difficulties in the resolution of specific speech disorders.
Effective communication in oral and written form, utilizing a simplistic communication mode to ensure understandable and thorough communication.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal accountability controls.
Work positively and effectively with other staff.
Operate computers and computer programs.
Education & Certification
Possession of an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college or university, with emphasis in speech and language disorders, psychology, linguistics and language development.
Valid California credential authorizing service as a speech and language specialist.
State license in Speech Therapy and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Other Requirements Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier. Salary: Appropriate placement on teacher salary schedule and work year.
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Classification : Speech and Language Specialist
Job Overview : Under professional direction, plan, organize and provide diagnostic services and therapy for children with speech and language disabilities; demonstrate, teach and instruct pupils in language and speech development processes; perform diagnostic assessment in determining speech and language performance levels; aid in the development of academic, social, and other educational skill areas; and perform other related functions as required.
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic assessments of pupil speech and language development using standardized tests and developmental speech and language inventories.
Consult with teachers regarding pupils' speech and language status and management.
Confere with parents regarding speech and language status and management and coordinate parent activities in relation to classroom and therapy instructional processes.
Confere with instructional staff in the assessment and remediation of speech and language disabilities.
Provide stimulation of speech and language abilities, utilizing behavior modification, oral facilitation, phonemic vocalization, vocabulary development and expressive language.
Plan, organize and perform intensive individualized speech and language programs for students experiencing multiple handicapping conditions.
Maintain clinical file recordings of speech and language evaluation information, observations and recommendations for the remediation of speech and language disabilities.
May develop an individualized speech workbook to supplement home training and to facilitate speech and language exercises and activities.
Utilize a variety of instructional aids and equipment in remedying speech disabilities and may demonstrate uses of the instructional materials and equipment to instructional personnel.
Develop specialized in-service programs for school and community personnel.
Develop parent education programs and individual or group counseling to assist parents in the prevention and/or remediation of communicative disorders, when appropriate.
Evaluate students experiencing speech and language difficulties and report therapy progress to instructional staff and to parents.
Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies and techniques, emphasizing positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
Maintain an effective therapy environment through the proper control of heating, lighting and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays and independent therapy sessions.
Select and requisition appropriate instructional supplies, materials, equipment and learning aids.
Participate in professional growth activities at the local, state and national levels.
Participate as a member of District committees for maintenance of standards and evaluations of the speech and language services.
Cooperate and perform a variety of non‑instructional duties, including therapy and instructional development activities, student supervision and advisory and consultation functions.
Participate in faculty and/or District meetings, committees and sponsorship of student activities.
Qualifications
Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to the diagnosis and remediation of speech and language disabilities.
Knowledge of developmental, social and behavior characteristics of pre‑school and elementary age pupils.
Knowledge of speech and language remediation goals and objectives, and trends and research findings of speech and language remediation processes.
Knowledge of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods.
Knowledge of socio‑economic, cultural and language differences of the general school population.
Computer program proficiency.
Ability to plan, organize, develop and conduct an intensive diagnostic and therapy program for children experiencing speech and language disorders.
Ability to provide appropriate and effective language and speech therapy experiences for students from a wide range of socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds and with varying mental, social and emotional abilities.
Ability to effectively assess speech and language disorders and implement sound and appropriate remediation programs.
Ability to provide a stimulating speech and language therapy environment.
Ability to perform research and development functions and activities pertaining to speech and language therapy programs, and to motivate pupils experiencing speech and language difficulties in the resolution of specific speech disorders.
Effective communication in oral and written form, utilizing a simplistic communication mode to ensure understandable and thorough communication.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal accountability controls.
Work positively and effectively with other staff.
Operate computers and computer programs.
Education & Certification
Possession of an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college or university, with emphasis in speech and language disorders, psychology, linguistics and language development.
Valid California credential authorizing service as a speech and language specialist.
State license in Speech Therapy and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Other Requirements Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier. Salary: Appropriate placement on teacher salary schedule and work year.
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