Hoboken Public Schools
Speech Language Specialist
Hoboken Public Schools, Hoboken, New Jersey, us, 07030
Position Type:Districtwide Teaching and Support
Date Posted:9/26/2024
Location:District
Date Available:Immediately
Closing Date:Open Until Filled
Welcome to the Hoboken Public School District! Please find below an exciting opportunity for a prospective or current educator to join the Hoboken Public School District family!To get to know us a bit better, please visit our website and social media platforms to see the most current happenings in our amazing and diverse district:https://www.hoboken.k12.nj.us/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HobokenPublicSchoolDistrict/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hobokenpublicschools/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HobokenSchoolsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hobokenpublicschooldistYouTube: https://youtube.com/@HPSVideoHighlightsRequirements and Qualifications:
New Jersey Speech Language Specialist Endorsement?Master's degree in Speech Language Specialty areaSuccessful Criminal History Clearance and physicalProof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorizationAbility to maintain a positive learning environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skillsPosition Summary:
The speech-language therapist will screen, assess and identify students with communication disorders which adversely affect the student's educational progress by developing and providing direct and indirect services within the student's educational setting based on established IEP goals and objectives.
Essential Duties
Major responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
Provide a therapeutic program to meet the individual needs of the student with speech disorders.Serve as a member of the Child Study Team assisting in the identification, diagnosis, evaluation, determination of eligibility, and development of appropriate programs for students with disabilities pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14Provide professional case management including developing and monitoring IEPs for students determined eligible as ESLS for assigned students.Employ instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student's goals and objectives.Assist teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language disorders;Provide screening to identify speech eligible students at regular intervals and specified levels;Provide appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual students' needs to correct existing speech or language difficulties.Provide a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing and language disorders.Prepare written evaluations and maintain records which clearly and succinctly document services provided, student progress and discharge as recommended.Keep thorough ongoing records for the individual student receiving therapy or other school-provided speech services.Assist in the development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of the student.Collaborate with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities;Serve as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement.Communicate information on the student's therapy program and progress to the teacher, principal and parent/guardian.Provide case history data where deemed appropriate;Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district or self-selected professional growth activities, which expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence.Remain current on instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech-language therapy.Assure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.Preserve and protect patient and client confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation.Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.Additional Responsibilities:
Maintain productive relationships with parents and other staff membersMaintain records of students' progressMaintain professional competence and pursue continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activitiesParticipate in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees, and other school system groupsMake effective use of community engagementAssume other related duties/assignments assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Special Services.
Compensation: As per HEA Contract
Date Posted:9/26/2024
Location:District
Date Available:Immediately
Closing Date:Open Until Filled
Welcome to the Hoboken Public School District! Please find below an exciting opportunity for a prospective or current educator to join the Hoboken Public School District family!To get to know us a bit better, please visit our website and social media platforms to see the most current happenings in our amazing and diverse district:https://www.hoboken.k12.nj.us/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HobokenPublicSchoolDistrict/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hobokenpublicschools/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HobokenSchoolsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hobokenpublicschooldistYouTube: https://youtube.com/@HPSVideoHighlightsRequirements and Qualifications:
New Jersey Speech Language Specialist Endorsement?Master's degree in Speech Language Specialty areaSuccessful Criminal History Clearance and physicalProof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorizationAbility to maintain a positive learning environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skillsPosition Summary:
The speech-language therapist will screen, assess and identify students with communication disorders which adversely affect the student's educational progress by developing and providing direct and indirect services within the student's educational setting based on established IEP goals and objectives.
Essential Duties
Major responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
Provide a therapeutic program to meet the individual needs of the student with speech disorders.Serve as a member of the Child Study Team assisting in the identification, diagnosis, evaluation, determination of eligibility, and development of appropriate programs for students with disabilities pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14Provide professional case management including developing and monitoring IEPs for students determined eligible as ESLS for assigned students.Employ instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student's goals and objectives.Assist teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language disorders;Provide screening to identify speech eligible students at regular intervals and specified levels;Provide appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual students' needs to correct existing speech or language difficulties.Provide a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing and language disorders.Prepare written evaluations and maintain records which clearly and succinctly document services provided, student progress and discharge as recommended.Keep thorough ongoing records for the individual student receiving therapy or other school-provided speech services.Assist in the development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of the student.Collaborate with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities;Serve as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement.Communicate information on the student's therapy program and progress to the teacher, principal and parent/guardian.Provide case history data where deemed appropriate;Maintain professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district or self-selected professional growth activities, which expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence.Remain current on instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech-language therapy.Assure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.Preserve and protect patient and client confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation.Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.Additional Responsibilities:
Maintain productive relationships with parents and other staff membersMaintain records of students' progressMaintain professional competence and pursue continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activitiesParticipate in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees, and other school system groupsMake effective use of community engagementAssume other related duties/assignments assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Special Services.
Compensation: As per HEA Contract