Glassboro Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates in the capacity of a Speech Language Specialist. This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:
QUALIFICATIONS: Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Certificate as Speech Language Specialist.
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services
JOB GOAL/MAJOR FUNCTIONS:
The Speech Language Specialist identifies and treats students with speech, language and/or hearing difficulties. The Speech Language Specialist works with educators, Child Study Team members, other professionals, and parents to provide remediation in individual or small group sessions.
- Meet with parents to discuss and obtain permission for evaluation and classification.
- Evaluate and classify as Eligible for Speech Language Services (ESLS) those students that present mild to moderate articulation disorders that are non-developmental in nature, as well as language delayed, voice or fluency disorders.
- Parental contact will be maintained to develop Individual Educational Plan (IEP), report on progress, resolve problems and to assist with home activities regarding speech and language development.
- Coordinate with teaching staff to arrange a schedule for speech sessions.
- Remediate the speech and language problems of classified children. Provide carryover assignments for home use as needed.
- Provide on-going evaluation of progress for each individual student.
- Provide necessary information to case managers of children.
- Develop appropriate materials, games, and activities for speech sessions.
- Provide group language lessons in the classroom for preschool handicapped students.
- Provide information and resources for parents and/or staff members regarding the speech program.
- Attend Child Study Team meetings with applicable.
- Assist in curriculum development and in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials, as needed.
- Conduct department meetings to coordinate services, update forms and share information, as needed.
- Develop and update policy and guidelines for admission to and dismissal from the speech program.
- Compile statutes for state funding and reports.
- Strive to maintain awareness for current developments, interpretations of subject matter, content, and methodology of teaching in subject areas assigned.
- Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
- Maintain ethical and professional behavior in working with school personnel and other agencies.
- Perform duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as assigned by his/her supervisor, in accordance with N.J. State Law, State Board of Education Rules and Regulations, local Board policies and contractual obligations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a ten (10) month position with salary and contract terms to be negotiated with the Superintendent and the Board of Education.
EVALUATION:
Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
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