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Carbonado School SLP Position

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Position Type: Speech and Language Pathologist (Early Kindergarten-8th Grade)
Location: Carbonado School
Date Posted: 2-8-21
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist
Job Summary: To ensure all students reach the highest levels of learning
Qualifications: Valid and appropriate professional education certificate for the state of Washington with an endorsement in Speech Language Pathology
Hours: 8-16 hrs a week September through June
Salary: DOE

Carbonado Historical School District No. 19

Essential Abilities Or Characteristics:
• Must have a passion for communication and a steadfast belief that all students can learn
• Must be willing to be a contributing, collaborative, positive member of grade level and District
teams; work well with adults in all settings; be flexible in an evolving educational environment; be willing to take collective responsibility for the learning of all students
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal regulations and local school district
policies regarding special education and student and family information
• Knowledge of theory and content in the speech and language field and in the area of assistive
technology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of learning and behavioral needs of students
• Demonstrate successful experience developing programs of prevention, instruction, remediation and/or evaluation in implementing in-class service delivery, and providing direct educationally related services in areas of speech and language
• Positively contribute to building special services or multi-disciplinary teams which includes general and special education staff, parents, students and community agencies that work together to make appropriate student assessment and placement decisions, develop successful programs and interventions such as behavior intervention plans
• Design and implement in-class interventions (small groups, large groups and/or individual).
• Must be able to manage and organize all elements of evaluation and IEP timelines. In addition,
must comply with all written components and deadlines for paperwork which include file reviews, evaluations, IEPs and progress reports.
• Must conduct yourself as a professional at all times including honoring confidentiality, teaming with all staff and families, supporting team morale and being solution focused
• Must be willing to build relationships with parents to assist student growth
• Must be able to efficiently learn and incorporate emerging technologies into teaching, learning, and assessment
• Must have the ability to maintain effective classroom management
• Attend workshops, classes, conferences, meetings and/or other training as directed by supervisor and self-directed for the purpose of meeting requirements, enhancing knowledge, safety and security, collaborating with colleagues as an integral member of school staff etc.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Daily work is generally performed in an indoor school
classroom. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with students, other faculty, staff, and parents as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. The position also entails significant walking, bending, standing, stooping, and possible physical interventions in order to maintain a safe learning environment.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities:
Knowledge is demonstrated in the subject matter for which he/she is expected to teach; understands the legislated, moral and ethical framework within which they work; uses the programs of study to inform and direct planning, instruction, and assessment.

Skills needed for: identifying and responding to learner differences; plan for instruction, translating curriculum and outcomes into meaningful learning activities; create and maintain environments that are conducive to student learning and understand needs for physical, social, cultural and psychological security; teamwork skills to collaborate with the administration, colleagues, support staff and parent-teacher organization; strong organizational skills necessary to plan lessons, follow timelines for evaluations and IEPs; keep students on task and maintaining a well-ordered classroom; to organize papers, files and their own workload so they can coordinate with teachers and families in a timely manner; attention to details which is necessary to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

Ability is required to: establish relationships with students built on respect and an unwavering belief in the ability to learn at high levels; use a broad range of instructional strategies; create an enhanced partnerships with parents that are purposeful and meaningful; identify and use relevant learning resources; to understand the importance of contributing, independently and collegially to the quality of the school; engage in reflecting on the quality of their teaching and career-long learning; understand their students’ needs, abilities and learning styles and the various ways of teaching the subject matter.

Work Relationships: Reports to building principal/superintendent. Collaborates with other district staff. Regular interactions with students and parents.

SLP Position Available at Bellevue School District (WA)

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The Bellevue School District is looking for non-CFY candidates. Spanish-speaking and strong AAC experience are a plus.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Provide itinerant speech language pathologist (SLP) services for students with communication disorders, in special and regular education classrooms, from preschool through 12th grade.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

  • Screen, evaluate, select, and schedule caseload; provide therapy services, including in-class intervention for students with communication disorders.
  • Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, peers, other support staff, parents, and the community.
  • Adapt the professional role of speech/language pathology to the public schools.
  • Develop appropriate Individual Education Programs (IEPs) goals and objectives.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

(positions in this class typically require):

Required:

  • Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of an Educational Staff Associate certificate for speech-language pathologist.
  • Master’s degree in speech/language pathology.
  • Experience in working with students with mild, moderate and severe disabilities.

Preferred:

  • Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.

KNOWLEDGE

(position requirements at entry):

  • Knowledge of State and school district rules and regulations.

SKILLS

(position requirements at entry):

  • Skills in assessing students and providing feedback as a member of an evaluation team.
  • Skills in programming activities to promote communication interaction objectives.
  • Skills in programming based on the developmental level of students and functional skills.
  • Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable board policies and district and legal requirements.
  • Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

APPLICATION:

For the full job description and to apply, please visit the BSD website by clicking here.

SLP Position Available in the Renton School District

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Job Description (Summary):

For the full job description, click here.

  • JOB TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
  • REPORTS TO: Executive and Assistant Director of Special Education
  • UNIT CLASSIFICATION: Renton Education Association (REA)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Speech Language Pathologist provides speech and language services in the areas of student assessment, direct therapy, training and consultation for staff, parents, and equipment fabrication or adaptation to enable students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. The Speech Language Pathologist is also part of the District Evaluation/Assessment Team and is responsible for evaluation of new referral students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Special Education and in collaboration with building principals, the Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for:

  1. Evaluating students with communication disorders including receptive-expressive language, articulation, voice, and fluency to determine eligibility and need for speech/language service.
  2. Documenting communication skill deficits and their impact on the student’s educational performance.
  3. Recommending, establishing, providing and evaluating a course of interventions specific to the diagnosed communication disorder consistent with an educational service delivery model.
  4. Working with the classroom team to develop, implement and evaluate classroom based instructional programs for students in special education classrooms to enhance communication skills that will support academic progress.
  5. Developing and implementing an efficient service delivery schedule including individual, small group and large group instruction; co-treat with OT/PT staff when appropriate for individual student needs.
  6. Developing and implementing a data management system to collect and record on-going student progress toward accomplishment of IEP goals and objectives.
  7. More functions as assigned, see the Renton School District Job Description.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Speech Language Pathologist reports directly to the Executive and Assistant Director of Special Education and maintains relationships with building principals and program directors, personnel/staff members, and other relationships as needed.

For a description of all relationships, see the Renton School District Job Description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  1. M.A. or M.S. Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
  2. Must possess or be eligible for Washington State ESA certification as Speech Language Pathologist/Audiologist.
  3. Hold a National Provider Identification (NPI) number or obtain one within one month of hire.
  4. Successful experience as a Speech Language Pathologist preferred.
  5. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with age appropriate student, staff, and multicultural community.
  6. Possess general knowledge and varied experience.
  7. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement appropriate positive behavior interventions for students.
  8. Demonstrated individual personal achievements(s).
  9. Demonstrated interest in and evidence of continued personal and professional growth.
  10. Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations.

SALARY

Salary is determined by placement on the District salary schedule, plus fringe benefits.

Application:

To apply, click here.

SLP Position at Wolf Point Public Schools (MT)

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WOLF POINT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SCHOOL DISTRICT #45-45A, WOLF POINT, MONTANA 59201

Speech Pathologist: Wolf Point, MT
Salary: Base $36,276 – $66,942 (will pay at least 10 years of experience)
Closing Date: Until filled

Job Description:

  • Mission of Position: To assist speech/language impaired students in the educational environment.
  • Job Goal: To reduce and eliminate communicative disorders that interfere with the individual student’s ability to derive full benefit from the district’s educational program.
  • Performance Responsibilities: Serve as a resource to staff in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement. Provide therapeutic programs to meet individual needs of speech/language impaired children at Southside, Northside, Junior/Senior High and Head Start. Assist and guide teachers in referring suspected speech/language impairments. Provide a through assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, fluency, language, and swallowing disorders. Provide a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, fluency, language, and swallowing disorders. Provide screenings to identify possible speech/language impairments at the preschool, kindergarten and first grade levels. Assist in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists as appropriate. Participate in all appropriate CST and IEP meetings. Collaborates with classroom teachers and other staff to implement therapy when appropriate. Provide information and support to parents and families when appropriate. Provide in-service and serves as a consultant to teachers and staff on topics concerning speech/language improvement. Keep ongoing records for individual students receiving speech therapy. Supervise speech aides in accordance with the administrative rules of Montana. Complete Medicaid billing for qualified speech/language impaired students. Maintain student files in accordance with OPI policies.

Benefits include: 100% paid Single Health Insurance Premium or 90% paid Two-Party,
Parent/Child or Family Insurance Premium.

Application:

If you should have any questions please contact Superintendent Loverty Erickson at 406-653-5540 for job details and for application process.

Closing Date: Until filled

Start Date: August 17, 2020

School Information:

DISTRICT OFFICE

  • 213 6th Avenue South
  • 406.653.2361
  • Fax: 406.653.1881

HIGH SCHOOL/JUNIOR HIGH

  • 213 6th Avenue South
  • 406.653.1200
  • Fax: 406.653.3104

NORTHSIDE SCHOOL

  • 710 4th Avenue North
  • 406.653.1653
  • Fax: 406.653.2368

SOUTHSIDE SCHOOL

  • 415 4th Ave. South
  • 406.653.1480
  • Fax: 406.653.1483

SLP or CF Position Available at the Kansas School for the Deaf

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Message from a current SLP at the Kansas School for the Deaf:

We are currently looking for an SLP to join our team for the 2020-2021 school year. Finding SLPs who are skilled to work within our unique setting can be quite difficult. Although, we have found that once we gain an SLP here, they often stay until retirement. I have been a part of this rich, Kansas, Deaf community for 17 years and am thankful to have specialized with this population. We are a bilingual, preschool through high school setting and our 6 current SLPs utilize both ASL and English when working with our students. Our SLPs also hold their CCCs and would be able to supervise a new graduate through their CFY year.  While American Sign Language fluency is not a mandatory requirement upon interviewing for the position, the desire to learn the language is!  Almost all of us have learned this language on the job and on-site classes are provided for free to our new employees. Openings at our school are few and far between. We are sad to say good-bye to our SLP that is retiring this year after 40 years of service.

Job Opening Announcement:

  • POSITION TITLE: Full –Time Speech/Language Pathologist
  • SALARY: Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon professional background and experience. Excellent benefits
  • SCHEDULE: 2020-2021 School Year
  • EMPLOYMENT DATE: August 2020 (possible earlier start date due to training)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

(Synopsis, full position description upon request)

  • Conduct individual and/or group speech-language therapy as mandated by the IEP process with students utilizing standardized tests, therapist-made tests, curriculum, and any other materials and/or tests deemed necessary.
  • Perform work associated with student therapy such as assemble appropriate materials; monitor student progress in attaining IEP goals; collaborate, as appropriate, with staff to serve students; communicate with parents as needed; and maintain control of students.
  • All requirements as mandated by the State and/or school will be met (e.g., Medicaid).
  • Complete all scheduled reports including, but not limited to, student comprehensive re-evaluations, progress monitoring, IEPs, department reports, and others as assigned by the specified due date in order to maintain current school records.
  • Provide interpretation of evaluations, assessments, and therapy progress/prognoses to parents, students, staff, and other authorized personnel.
  • Participate in IEP/comprehensive, staff, and student meetings as needed.
  • Attend agency, instructional, professional, and staff development meetings as required in order to enhance communication, improve skills, and coordinate programs.
  • Participate in other programs and meetings as required to maintain appropriate certification and/or licensure, continue professional growth.
  • Use appropriate communication skills with students, staff, parents, and the public in order to effectively communicate with deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing individuals.
  • Take the initiative to improve American Sign Language and/or English skills to an appropriate level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree Speech/Language Pathology, Bilingual Education as it applies to students who are D/HH, Kansas Licensure for Speech/Language Therapist.
  • Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English; fluency in Spanish is a plus;
  • Knowledge of educational, social/emotional, and developmental needs of DHH students;
  • Awareness of deaf culture;
  • Ability to make oral and/or written reports/presentations;
  • Basic knowledge of special education law and procedures;
  • Ability to apply principles of speech/language pathology with DHH students;
  • Ability to make proper responses to safety/health problems.
  • Represent KSD in a professional and appropriate manner at all times.

(ASL & Writing skills will be assessed)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Upon offer of employment a background check will be conducted via the KS Bureau of Investigation, Backgrounds Plus consents, Kansas Department of Children and Family Services, Sex Offender Listing, and Work Reference consent. Also a Tuberculosis test & Health Certificate must be passed upon offer of employment (cost borne by employee).

 

Application:

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled. Send resume and copies of all college transcripts. For consideration request an official KSD application or go to our website and submit application for KSD review.

CONTACT:

Michele Golden, Human Resources Office;

VP: 913-324-5865; E-Mail: mgolden@kssdb.org; Fax: 913-791-0557

For more information or to submit an application for review, see their website by clicking here.

SLP Position Open in the Aspen School District (CO)

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Come work and play in Aspen, Colorado!

**Employee housing available

**100% coverage for medical benefits 

Aspen School District (Aspen, CO) seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to begin duties in August 2020.

 

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Terms of Employment: 9-month, certified, exempt employee.

Compensation: Certified salary schedule

Work schedule: Approximate hours of work are 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM Monday through Friday in keeping with teacher work calendar

 

Position Summary:

The purpose of this position is to screen, assess, and diagnose communication disabilities, and provide individual and group therapy and services to students with speech and language needs. SLPs train, supervise, and/or consult with educational providers and parents, and they participate in IEP processes, acting as case manager when specified. Collaborating with various school teams and parents, speech language pathologists assess the needs of each child to develop individual treatment programs, implementing, and revising as necessary to ensure student progress.

 

Principle Responsibilities:

  • Screen, assess, and diagnose communication disabilities for students birth – age 21
  • Uses assessment data about students in their environment(s) in developing appropriate programs
  • Administer, score, and interpret necessary assessments (broad and focused) to assist in determining disabling conditions, and/or tiered programming for students according to State and Federal Regulations and according to Aspen School District policies and procedures
  • Provide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) leadership and support in assigned buildings; participate in school district MTSS teams and assist with the facilitation and documentation of research-based methods for academic and behavioral supports
  • Assist IEP teams with the development and implementation of IEPs
  • Act as a case manager for students requiring speech and language services only as stipulated on the IEP
  • Along with SLP Assistants, provide individual and group therapy and services
  • Schedule in- and out-of-class support
  • Document services provided and monitor student progress
  • Provide consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies to enhance student learning and achievement.
  • Train and supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistant(s)
  • Liaison and consult with teachers, providers, administrators, parents, service agencies, and community
  • Serve as a resource for general and special education staff to promote and implement academic and behavioral supports
  • Communicate effectively sharing pertinent evaluation/observation information with parents, students, and agencies as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned or necessary

 

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education: Masters Degree

Licenses or Certifications:

  • Current Colorado Professional Special Services License with an endorsement as a Speech Language Pathologist for ages 0-21 or ability to obtain this certification within the first 3 months of hire;
  • American Speech Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC);
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification (must be obtained within one year of being hired and maintained each year);
  • Current CPR/First Aid Certificate – training provided by the Aspen School District (must be obtained within 6 months of being hired and maintained every 2 years)

Minimum Experience:  No experience required. SLP Certification Required

 

Essential Environmental Demands:

  • Mostly clean and comfortable
  • May be exposed to body fluids

Essential Physical Requirements:

  • Occasional heavy lifting in management and de-escalation of students with aggressive behaviors
  • Frequent bending, squatting, standing, reaching, walking and sitting
  • Repetitive motion

Skill Requirements: 

  • Understanding of Individual Education Program process as it relates to Special Education Law
  • Experience delivering services through inclusionary model via team teaching
  • Training in Six Trait Writing, oral motor speech exercises, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems is desirable
  • Strong computer skills including knowledge of databases
  • Ability to communicate well in English, both speaking and writing – Bilingual Spanish is preferable
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to collaborate with team members
  • Leadership skills that support program objectives
  • Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process
  • Knowledge of progress monitoring tools and techniques
  • Demonstrated ability to provide evaluation results clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing

General Expectations:

  • Manages oneself (is organized, prepared, and punctual; manages resources; meets deadlines; follows through on commitments; demonstrates appropriate physical appearance relative to job and environmental expectations) in a manner that enhances the image of public education
  • Consistently acts in ways that directly support missions (school, Aspen School District, CDE )
  • Displays a willingness to learn new information
  • Develops and maintains rapport and effective relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support, and professional conduct
  • Delivers treatment programs, monitoring, evaluating, and modifying to improve service delivery
  • Maintains ethics, legal responsibility, and confidentiality
  • Is able to effectively give and receive constructive feedback
  • Stays current on professional knowledge and technical skills through training opportunities and participation in relevant professional committees and organizations
  • Demonstrates objective and measurable achievement of individual goals
  • Communicates job related problems and difficulties to immediate supervisor

Evaluation: This position is evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff (Teachers).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Speech Language Pathologist will be required to follow any other instructions and perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or appropriate administrator.  The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time.

Primary Location District Wide
Salary Range $60,000 – Commensurate with education and experience / Salary
Shift Type Full-Time

Application:

To request more information, please contact Dianna Evers at devers@aspenk12.net.

SLP Openings in the Mesa County Valley School District 51 (CO)

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SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing a multi-tiered array of services related to Speech/Language and Communication for all students of School District 51 with consideration given to their unique developmental and intrinsic qualities. Duties performed include evaluating, identifying, assessing, and treating communication disorders including but not exclusive to speech (articulation, voice, swallowing, fluency) and language, cognitive and hearing disorders. This position provides an expertise resource to District students, staff, parents, and community service providers and as such must work cooperatively to facilitate these interactions.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please see the full job description for more details.

  1. The SLP uses a variety of evidenced-based methodologies for Assessment purposes.
  2. The School SLP is part of an education team that determines the need for student evaluations and special education, if any.
  3. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are written by the SLP once a speech/language/communication problem has been identified. SLP is the Case Manager for students identified as learning disabled regarding oral expression and/or listening comprehension.
  4. SLPs are tasked with providing the speech therapy and the manner in which it is delivered. The SLP will plan, prepare, and perform the elements identified within the students IEP in accordance with the student’s individual abilities, goals, and limitations.
  5. Meet documentation requirements guided by Mesa County Valley School District 51, federal and state laws, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. While daily case notes are used directly for the benefit of the student; they also provide support for the Medicaid billing/reimbursement processes, legal requirements, CDE requirements, and are held to the professional standards established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
  6. The responsibilities of this position include an expectation of consultation and collaboration with administration, teachers, allied professionals and families to identify and set priorities for service and functional outcome plans.
  7. SLP will attend and successfully complete all professional development training as required for licensure recertification, by state law or as directed by the Executive Director of Student Services.
  8. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Master’s Degree required with accreditation in any of the following:

  • Speech Therapist
  • Speech Correctionist
  • Speech Language Pathologist

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Criminal background check required for hire
  • Valid Colorado driver’s license required
  • Colorado Dept. of Education (CDE) License of Special Education preferred at hire/required within 6 months of hire
  • Preference given for ASHA – Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) ASHA

SUMMARY OF TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Legal Knowledge –

School SLPs must possess a working knowledge of and promote and enact federal, state, and District special education policies, standards, and procedures. This position is responsible for supporting District personnel in understanding and abiding by legal and ethical boundaries as outlined in the:

  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 2004)
  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Cultural Awareness –

School SLPs must possess a basic knowledge of local cultural and linguistic diversity as it relates to understanding persons with communication disorders and differences and how services are provided.

DIVERSITY OF DUTIES:

Diversity of duties includes evaluating, identifying, and/or treating any students with communication disorders. SLP is a member of many collaborative teams; special education and other building level teams, they track therapy methods, consult with other professionals regarding communication disorders, and ensure best practices are implemented. Work duties are varied, require choosing from various courses of action and may require the use and occasional modification of general guidelines.

SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical requirements are those typical of a school environment. Please see the full job description for more details.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION:

The information above is a summary of the position based off of excerpts from the full job description. For the full job description, please click here.

APPLICATION:

To apply to this position, please click here. 

SLP Position in the Great Falls Public Schools (MT)

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POSITION: Speech-Language Pathologist

EFFECIVE DATE: 2020-2021 School Year

SALARY: $57,899 to $72,000 DOE/187 day school year

LOCATION: Elementary, Middle or High School buildings in Great Falls Public Schools

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in Speech Pathology; Eligibility for Montana licensure required

RESPONSIBILITIES: Speech-Language Pathologists serve one or two buildings in the Great Falls District. Responsibilities include:

  • Assess, consult, and serve students with speech/language deficits
  • Participate in discussions of classroom supports and interventions
  • Collaborate with teachers to provide ongoing supports to children
  • Serve as a resource regarding district, state, and federal policies
  • Participate in Professional Learning Community meetings with the speech team (14 members) to coordinate services, discuss practice, participate in case studies and build the skills of all team members

TO APPLY: A Frontline application, cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation and transcripts must be received in the Frontline application system. Frontline can be found at the Great Falls Public Schools website by clicking here. 

Great Falls Public Schools serves the Great Falls area and includes 15 elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, an alternative high school and a public preschool. The total district enrollment is approximately 10,250 students. Teachers serve one building with some buildings offering a continuum of services and multiple special education classrooms.

Great Falls is a community of approximately 60,000 located on the banks of the Missouri River and serves as an economic and shopping hub for the area. Recreational activities include almost 60 miles of hiking and biking trails along the scenic Missouri River and the great falls of the Missouri. In addition Great Falls is located mid-way between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and is only 60 miles from the Rocky Mountain Front, the Gates of the Mountains and skiing opportunities at the Showdown Ski area. Community events include the Great Falls Symphony, minor league baseball and hockey teams and a rich array of high school sports events. The Great Falls area is famous for great fishing hunting, hiking and access to the Bob Marshall Wilderness area.

The community is also home to Malmstrom Air Force Base, home of the 341st Missile Wing and the Montana Air National Guard’s 120th Air Lift Wing.

Finally, the area is rich in western heritage including the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, Giant Spring State Park, the First Peoples Buffalo Jump, and in the summer, area rodeos. In addition Native American cultural events, Indian Relay Races Powwows and the pageantry of Native American Dancers serve to preserve the rich heritage of the area as well as provide opportunities to learn about the history and tradition of the area.

For additional information please contact the Student Services Department:

Email: dale_lambert@gfps.k12.mt.us
Phone: 406-268-6775

SLP Position in the Miles City Unified School District (MT)

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Position: Speech Language Pathologist FT 

Start Date: 2020-21 School Year 

Minimum Salary: $63,000 DOE 

Brief Job Description: 

Provide traditional school based speech/language services to reduce/eliminate speech language infringement upon students’ ability to assess general education curriculum. Participation in evaluations and assessments, team meetings and delivery of SLP services as appropriate. Involves travel from school to school with in the district. Possible supervision of SLPA’s. Average caseload 40-50 students. Employee will also provide assistance with and assignments given by the Director of Special Services. Available coaching opportunities. 

Benefits: 

PERS contributions; FLEX/HSA; Travel Stipend; State and National Dues to a professional organization; two State Conferences per year; Attendance to a National Conference every three years after three years of employment; Health Care Insurance (co-pay); technology provided. 

Apply/Inquire:

Contact: John Gorton, Director of Special Services 

Address: 1604 Main Street Miles City. MT 59301

Phone: (406) 234-3812

Email: jgorton@milescity.k12.mt.us

Apply online: Click here to apply online.  

Application Contents:

  • Cover Letter;
  • Resume;
  • District Application;
  • Copy of Transcripts;
  • Current MT Certification or License;
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Successful candidates will need to submit a background check prior to employment.

Potential SLP Position in the Kalispell Public Schools (MT)

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Kalispell Public Schools Is Seeking a Speech Language Pathologist!

Nestled in the heart of the Flathead Valley, Kalispell, Montana is located in the Northwest Corner of the state surrounded by Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake and Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort.  Famous for the “best backyard in the country”, Kalispell is the perfect place for the recreational enthusiast or one that simply enjoys great vistas.

Kalispell Public Schools offers exceptional employment opportunities and a work environment that is second to none.  We pride ourselves on fostering a team-orientated, collaborative workplace.  If you have a passion for kids and education and have a positive can-do attitude, KPS is the place for you!  Whether you are a teacher in a classroom or a grounds worker in the District, you have the ability to impact our kids in a positive way everyday with the work you do!

Potential Opening for 2020-2021

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assess students’ communication skills (articulation, fluency, voice, expressive & receptive language, etc.) to determine communication disorders, special education eligibility, and recommendations for treatment.
  • Create and provide input to Evaluation Team documentation and Individual Education Programs (IEP).
  • Develop and implement treatment plans, interventions and/or materials for caseload.
  • Provide direct therapy as designated by IEPs.
  • Complete and maintain appropriate files, records, documentation, state, and district reports.
  • Communicate and establish positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community resources.
  • Recognize and respond to student’s personal, educational, and/or social needs.
  • Become familiar with teacher expectations of students and facilitate desirable individual and group performance and behavior.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Site Supervisor or Federal Projects Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Skill in standards based instruction and assessment.
  • Skill in Pre K – 12 Education.Skill in the use of technology to enhance instruction and communication.
  • Skill in critical thinking, problem analysis, and resolution.
  • Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, and parents.
  • Ability to follow directions.
  • Skill, dedication and aptitude for working with students.
  • Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with people with a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
  • Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communications Science Disorders; AND,
  • MT Licensure in Speech Language Pathology upon employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with children in an education setting.
  • Knowledge of current instructional materials and techniques.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, lift and carry items up to 40 pounds.

TO APPLY:

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