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Dieringer - Speech Language Pathologist- ESA

Employer
Capital Region ESD 113
Location
Lake Tapps, WA, US
Salary
Per DEA CBA

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DESCRIPTION:
Provides speech and language therapy services in the areas of student assessment, direct therapy, training and consultation for staff, parents, and equipment including assistive technology or adaptation to enable students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and program evaluation for students. Acts as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children and their families. May provide services to nearby districts.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
  • Provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services to eligible students with communication disabilities in the areas of speech and language skills that have an impact on their educational performance.
  • Review educational and medical records and perform assessments in all essential areas of communication. This also includes assisting with district hearing screenings.
  • Participate as a member of the multi disciplinary team to plan interventions and monitor progress for students struggling with communication and language-related academic issues (e.g. phonemic awareness).
  • Consult with parents, teachers, and other staff and provide recommendations to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home.
  • Implement intervention programs including direct services and/or on-going consultation to classroom teacher and parents.
  • Maintain accurate comprehensive data on students to document current levels of performance, determine progress and effectiveness of therapy, and other pertinent information.
  • Use computer applications for word processing email, basic Internet navigation and Special Services documentation.
  • Identify equipment and assistive technology needs and assist in securing, fabricating, adapting, and maintaining the equipment.
  • Manage a caseload as determined by district need including timely documentation for evaluations, IEP's, Medicaid reimbursement, and other forms of reporting using computer applications as needed.
  • Communicate and/or consult with medical professionals through oral orwritten reports and conferences to facilitate implementation of therapy programs.
  • Consult with families and community medical and social service agencies in coordinating services and home programs.
  • Provide supervision of assigned speech and language therapy assistants.
  • Adhere to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations and laws governing special education programs.
  • Participate in activities that promote professional development for district initiatives as well as in the specialty field, and use clinical-educational research information to enhance speech and language therapy services.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Other Job Type (if applicable) : Speech Language Pathologist- ESA

Work Days : 184

Salary Rate Range : Per DEA CBA

Qualifications : *ESA Certification
*Experience working with school-aged children
*OSPI fingerprint clearance
*Ability to Produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon request or to enter into the accommodation process

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