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Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist

Norfolk Public School DistrictNorfolk, VA, United States
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Exempt; 7.33 Hours / Day; 200 Days / Year; 10 Months / Year

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree in speech / language pathology from an accredited institution.
  • Tuberculin skin test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
  • In possession of a current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech Pathology.
  • Considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective remediation of students with speech / language disorders including specific therapy techniques, use of adaptive communication devices, and implementation of instructional accommodations.
  • Considerable knowledge of state and federal regulations and guidelines.
  • Ability to work effectively with parents, school staff, and administrative personnel.
  • Ability to effectively organize and present information, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to accurately observe, report, and record learning progress of students.

Nature of Position

  • Serves up to 68 students with speech / language impairments at one or more schools.
  • Develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students with speech / language impairments.
  • Completes appropriate speech / language assessments to include but are not limited to : the speech portion of the new student 60-day screening, assessment for students referred for suspected speech / language deficits, and the speech / language assessment component for students referred for comprehensive evaluations.
  • Interprets and reports assessment results within designated timelines.
  • Develops and presents lessons to individual students, small groups, and large groups in special and general classrooms.
  • Implements techniques to facilitate language and remediate speech difficulties.
  • Demonstrates classroom management techniques with groups and individual students.
  • Works cooperatively with other professional staff members who are involved in the educational programming of students with speech / language impairments.
  • Interprets the characteristics of students with speech / language impairments to the faculty and staff.
  • Maintains a clear, concise, and timely record keeping system.
  • Provides a positive educational environment for students.
  • Collects data documenting the speech / language / educational progress of students.
  • Serves as a resource to the student support team.
  • Develops individualized behavioral plans.
  • Prepares instructional materials for student use.
  • Prepares classroom displays.
  • Supervises students in the classroom, general school building, and community.
  • Work is performed in a school environment and is subject to deadlines. The employee must respond to multiple demands of a large number of students with unique and individual needs.

    • In addition to the base salary listed below, this position is eligible for an advanced degree stipend.

    Educational Stipend Details (Conditions Apply)

  • Master's Degree : $3,500 / Year
  • Master's Degree + 30 Hours : $5,400 / Year
  • Doctoral Degree : $7,800 / Year
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    Pathologist • Norfolk, VA, United States