Oasis Charter Schools- Speech-Language Pathologist- Oasis Elem South- #7925

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB


Under the general supervision of the Principal and/or Superintendent, provides assessment, diagnostic, therapeutic and instructional support services for speech-language impaired students in order to meet requirements for provision of individual educational programs with students with disabilities as mandated by District, State and Federal requirements and regulations. Aids in the efficient operation of the school or department by coordinating and communicating with Administration, other instructional and support staff, parents and students. The incumbent prioritizes tasks and usually performs such independently with periodic supervision or review. Performs related work as required.

In return for your commitment, we offer the following Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive starting salary based on qualifications.
  • Starting salary up to $73,200 based on years of prior experience*
  • 190 day work calendar
  • Salary reviewed annually.
  • Bonus eligible!

Health insurance (free for employees, additional fee for family members).

Employer provided Employee Health & Wellness Center with free sick and wellness office visits, x-ray, lab services, nutrition counseling and prescription medications for enrolled employees & family members.

FRS - Florida Retirement System with 13.57% Employer contribution.

Professional development opportunities.

Paid time off.

Paid life insurance at 2x salary and long-term disability.

Optional dental and vision plans.

And more!

If you are passionate about helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Individual(s) assigned to this classification must report to work per their assigned schedule.

*The base pay range listed is a good faith estimate of what Oasis Charter Schools may pay a new hire. Actual pay may vary based on our assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include the work location, hours and internal equity.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administers in-depth diagnostic evaluations for disorders of language, articulation, voice and fluency and provides reports.

Schedules meetings and contacts parents, teachers and administrators for the purpose of eligibility staffing, Individual Educational Plan meetings and conferences.

Participates in eligibility and placement committee staffing meetings.

Develops individual educational plans for students on caseload and revises plan annually.

Provides speech-language therapy for eligible students as prescribed by individual educational plan.

Collaborates with classroom teachers.

Develops therapy schedule that provides optimum conditions for instruction based on individual student needs.

Prepares materials for use in therapy.

Develops daily lesson plans.

Keeps attendance log and therapy progress notes.

Provides quarterly reports and annual progress reports for each student on caseload.

Reports compliance data and scheduling information to data processor.

Conducts reevaluations as required.

Provides consultation services and support for classroom teachers.

Maintains accurate and complete reports as required by District, State and Federal regulations.

Develops and implements communication boards and augmentative communication systems, programs voice output devices and provides training in use.

Provides support for reading initiatives.

Attends in-service training for maintenance and development of skills.

Conducts in-depth hearing screenings, reports results and makes appropriate referrals further follow-up and intervention.

Conducts speech-language and hearing screenings for students experiencing academic and behavioral problems.

Participates in Child Study Team meetings; participates in development of pre-referral classroom interventions.

Performs other duties as assigned by principal.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs related work as required. (Note: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's degree or higher with graduate major in speech-language pathology.

2. Valid Florida teacher certification and/or valid license in speech-language pathology.

3. Experience with industry-standard computer applications.

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board may find acceptable.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Has general knowledge of report and record keeping principles and techniques.

Has general knowledge of business mathematics.

Is able to work with diverse groups.

Is skilled in both written and oral communications, individually and in public, for effective expression and clarity.

Is able to utilize a variety of modern office equipment, i.e., computers, facsimile machines, and copiers.

Is able to establish and maintain effective-working relationships with supervisor, support staff and other departments position interacts with.

Is able to organize and review work for efficient results and accuracy.

Is able to perform duties with consistent courtesy and tact in the best interest of the public.

Is able to issue and follow oral and written instructions.