Summary
Description
Licensure Desired: Speech & Language Pathologist
Dates: September 30-November 11, 2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Elementary Principal, the Speech and Lanugage Pathologist long term substitute will work to maximize the learning experience of students with unique communication needs, by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students’ specific needs; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying communication issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in the evaluation process and the development Individual Educational Plans (“IEP”) for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students’ IEPs and communication plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth and self-understanding; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems (SPED Forms, Infinite Campus), data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Qualifications Profile
- Speech and Langauge Pathologist License
Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree in Special Education Preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Other
Sibley East Elementary School is a newly constructed Pre-K thru Grade 5 campus located in Gaylord, Minnesota which is fifty-five miles southwest of the Twin Cities Metro area. The communities of Arlington, Gaylord, and Green Isle make up ISD #2310.
Applicants apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/sibleyeast/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1304
Sibley East Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.
