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Dawson County Schools

Speech Language Pathologist

Dawson County Schools, Dawsonville, Georgia, United States, 30534


Position Type:Student Support/Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted:3/9/2023

Location:District Office

Date Available:07/28/2023QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Respond to referrals for speech/language assessment that includes completion of pre-assessment tasks.Conduct individual comprehensive speech/language assessments according to state regulations and procedures.Communicate speech/language assessment results/recommendations. Work with parents in all aspects of their child's educational program and facilitate improved communication skills.Develop, implement, monitor and review the Individual Education Program (EIP) of each student on caseload, at least annually.Provide appropriate instruction/therapy for eligible students based on their abilities.Collaborate with regular education and special education educators on an ongoing basis.Refer students to other specialists as needed.Assure all due process procedural safeguards are afforded students and their parents.Use carefully designed behavior management strategies, as indicated.Administer on an on-going basis, evaluations of student progress toward mastery of established goals and objectives specified by system's recommended program report guidelines.Serve as a resource to the regular education teachers and administrators regarding the needs of all communicatively handicapped children.Participate in professional growth activities; stay informed on new techniques and methods.Apply/share newly acquired professional knowledge with appropriate others.Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.Participate in training to increase the skills and proficiency related to the assignment.Implement and adhere to appropriate safety procedures and crisis emergency plans to create and sustain a secure and healthy learning environment consistent with district and school rules, policies, and procedures.Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, and established state and local policies, regulations, and practices.Perform, professionally and efficiently, all other duties as assigned.

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