Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | La Grange ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | , |
| Position: | Speech Pathologist, |
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| Job Title: | Speech Language Pathologist |
| School: | La Grange ISD |
| Campus Description: | This position will be for a Speech Language Pathologist to work with in the Colorado River Cooperative which is a shared services agreement between La Grange ISD, Smithville ISD, and Fayetteville ISD. |
| Date Posted: | 4/7/2022 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 2 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with a speech impairment. Assess students and provide therapeutic interventions to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with the students ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification: Masters degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university Valid license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) or Bachelors degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions Ability to instruct and manage student behavior in regards to communication Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience Responsibilities: Major Responsibilities and Duties: Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services. Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders to determine eligibility for services. Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. Counsel and involve parents in the remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits in students. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure |
| Salary Range: | CRSSA Hiring Schedule |
| Benefits: | La Grange ISD Benefits Package |
| How To Apply: | Interested persons may apply by submitting an application located on the La Grange ISD website at www.lgisd.net, Human Resources/Job Opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to include attachments such as resumes, letters of interest, transcripts, licenses, etc... to their application. This posting is for the 2022-2023 school year. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Matthew McHazlett |
| Email: | andy.mchazlett@lgisd.net |
| Address: | P.O. Box 100, 560 N. Monroe |
| City: | La Grange |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78945 |
| Phone: | (979) 968-7000 |
| Fax: | (979) 968-8155 |