Speech Language Pathologist

Healthcare Staffing Professionals, Inc. is looking for Speech Language Pathologists to work in a therapeutic day school located in Joliet, IL. If you are a qualified Speech Language Pathologist with a passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today.
Payrate: $70/hr
Benefits: Healthcare, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. License:
A. Required – Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathology endorsement
2. Education:
A. Required - Master's Degree in Speech / Language Pathology
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Screen all students referred by teacher and/or parents/guardians, including preschool children
2. Utilize appropriate diagnostic procedures to complete a speech/language evaluation on those students identified during the screening process
3. Establish type and severity of speech/language disorder in the areas of receptive and expressive language, articulation, auditory skills, oral motor functioning, voice, fluency, work retrieval and pragmatics
4. Interpret the results of each evaluation and enroll students whose speech and language interfere with their ability to learn within the school setting
5. Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and update the child’s progress on the IEP as indicated by IDEA and State regulations
6. Schedule students for remediation on an individual or group basis according to their needs
7. Monitors progress of students on a regular basis
8. Utilize appropriate exit criteria to make recommendations as part of the educational team regarding student dismissal from formal speech and language service
9. Serve as a communication consultant and resource person to classroom teachers, school personnel and parents/guardians. These services may take the form of conferences, classroom demonstrations or other consultation models/activities
10. May conduct classroom language groups with classroom teacher as an active participant
11. Maintain open communications with parents/guardians of speech-language students
12. Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and the annual review process
13. Participate in Problem Solving/Intervention Team meetings as needed
14. Provide supplemental services for Tier 2 & 3 interventions as appropriate with his/her workload
15. Maintain all records and implement all procedures in accordance with Illinois and I.D.E.A. Rules and Regulations
16. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal, Special Education Supervisor, and/or in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Planning and Preparation – Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.
• Classroom Environment – Responsible for creating an environment of respect and establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student’s behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.
• Instruction – Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
• Professional Responsibility – Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical: Must be able to utilized a white board/smartboard, iPads with various apps, online assessment tools, Microsoft Office and Google programs, and district email/voicemail systems.
Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills. Must have the ability to lead and support paraprofessional staff in the classroom and collaborate with all related service providers.
DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.
2. Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
3. Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
4. Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.
5. Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.
6. Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.
7. Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.
8. Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.
9. Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.
10. Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.
11. Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.
Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods. Travel to schools and seminars as needed.