Lowell School District 71
Speech & Language Pathologist
Lowell School District 71, Lowell, Oregon, United States, 97452
Lowell School District
Position Opening
Speech & Language Pathologist
STARTING DATE
August, 2024
WORK YEAR
193 work-day calendar
BASE SALARY
$44,720-78,645(DOE) *Subject to increase upon completion on negotiations
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open until filled
THE POSITION
The Speech and Language Pathologist will screen, evaluate, and diagnose students of Lowell School District for oral language, speech, and/or hearing problems, and will plan and implement special education programs for qualified students in compliance with all State and Federal laws and Lowell School District Policy. This position will be a combination of in-person and remote.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide district oral language and speech screening for all incoming first graders and kindergarten students and others upon request from parents, teachers, staff members, or students. To diagnose oral language, speech, and/or hearing disorder. To provide a thorough assessment of each child's speech, oral language, and/or hearing problem uponreferral from the Child Study Team. To recommend to the District and Child Study Team the referring of children to specialists/agencies fordiagnosis and treatment of speech-language, and/or hearing problems beyond the scope of the schoolprogram. To serve as a consultant in the development of an IEP for those students whose primary disabling conditionis other than speech and language To serve as a consultant to all building personnel. To plan an IEP with parents and other school personnel when appropriate and attend meetings with parents and staff. To implement the child's IEP when appropriate. To maintain case records and information on all children served by the program. To maintain log of therapy for billing of health insurance if appropriate. To report children's progress to parents, teachers, and principal when deemed beneficial to the child's progress. To complete annual review form for parent. To maintain a smooth professional working relationship with individuals in related professions whenever possible. To assume major responsibility for the organization and operation of the district speech-language program. To evaluate the program and determine where changes should be made. To order and maintain equipment, supplies, and materials for the program. To continue professional growth and development by attending workshops and in-service training. Performs other related duties as assigned by the superintendent. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Applicant Must Have:
Masters Degree in Speech Pathology or ability to obtain degree prior to the start of the school year. State Licensure in Speech Pathology or ability to obtain degree prior to the start of the school year. Ability to interact with staff in a cooperative manner. Knowledge of Speech-Language development. Knowledge of speech disabilities in the schools: articulation, language, voice, stuttering, cerebral palsy,auditory processing, and head injury. Ability to work with students of all age levels. Ability To:
Coordinate, supervise and provide educational and administrative assistance, support, and leadership to the site staff. Evaluate programs. Work effectively with a wide variety of organizations and with people of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Maintain a good working relationship with principals, district staff, community, and partners. Communicate effectively in oral and written form and fluent in oral and written English communication.
Apply online at: https://lowell.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx
TO APPLY AND BE CONSIDERED, APPLICANT MUST SUPPLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: Letter of interest stating your qualities and reasons for seeking this position Application Current resume Copy of current licensure* Three current letters of reference
*Or transcripts showing completion date.
If you have questions, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or email at Stephens@lowell.k12.or.us
The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability.
The Lowell School District's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants requesting veteran's preference must provide certification of eligibility for preference in addition to other requested materials.
Position Opening
Speech & Language Pathologist
STARTING DATE
August, 2024
WORK YEAR
193 work-day calendar
BASE SALARY
$44,720-78,645(DOE) *Subject to increase upon completion on negotiations
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open until filled
THE POSITION
The Speech and Language Pathologist will screen, evaluate, and diagnose students of Lowell School District for oral language, speech, and/or hearing problems, and will plan and implement special education programs for qualified students in compliance with all State and Federal laws and Lowell School District Policy. This position will be a combination of in-person and remote.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide district oral language and speech screening for all incoming first graders and kindergarten students and others upon request from parents, teachers, staff members, or students. To diagnose oral language, speech, and/or hearing disorder. To provide a thorough assessment of each child's speech, oral language, and/or hearing problem uponreferral from the Child Study Team. To recommend to the District and Child Study Team the referring of children to specialists/agencies fordiagnosis and treatment of speech-language, and/or hearing problems beyond the scope of the schoolprogram. To serve as a consultant in the development of an IEP for those students whose primary disabling conditionis other than speech and language To serve as a consultant to all building personnel. To plan an IEP with parents and other school personnel when appropriate and attend meetings with parents and staff. To implement the child's IEP when appropriate. To maintain case records and information on all children served by the program. To maintain log of therapy for billing of health insurance if appropriate. To report children's progress to parents, teachers, and principal when deemed beneficial to the child's progress. To complete annual review form for parent. To maintain a smooth professional working relationship with individuals in related professions whenever possible. To assume major responsibility for the organization and operation of the district speech-language program. To evaluate the program and determine where changes should be made. To order and maintain equipment, supplies, and materials for the program. To continue professional growth and development by attending workshops and in-service training. Performs other related duties as assigned by the superintendent. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Applicant Must Have:
Masters Degree in Speech Pathology or ability to obtain degree prior to the start of the school year. State Licensure in Speech Pathology or ability to obtain degree prior to the start of the school year. Ability to interact with staff in a cooperative manner. Knowledge of Speech-Language development. Knowledge of speech disabilities in the schools: articulation, language, voice, stuttering, cerebral palsy,auditory processing, and head injury. Ability to work with students of all age levels. Ability To:
Coordinate, supervise and provide educational and administrative assistance, support, and leadership to the site staff. Evaluate programs. Work effectively with a wide variety of organizations and with people of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Maintain a good working relationship with principals, district staff, community, and partners. Communicate effectively in oral and written form and fluent in oral and written English communication.
Apply online at: https://lowell.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx
TO APPLY AND BE CONSIDERED, APPLICANT MUST SUPPLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: Letter of interest stating your qualities and reasons for seeking this position Application Current resume Copy of current licensure* Three current letters of reference
*Or transcripts showing completion date.
If you have questions, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or email at Stephens@lowell.k12.or.us
The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability.
The Lowell School District's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants requesting veteran's preference must provide certification of eligibility for preference in addition to other requested materials.