Job Description
Audiologist/Speech Pathologist
JOB TITLE:
Audiologist/Speech
Pathologist
WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
REPORTS TO:
Principal
TERMS:
DEPARTMENT:
Campus Assigned
PAY GRADE:
Exempt
187 Days
Teacher Pay Schedule
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide participating member school districts with educational services and resources so that a
free appropriate public education is available to hearing impaired students according to state and
federal guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology From an Accredited College or University,
Preferred
Valid Texas License as a Speech-Language Pathologist Granted by the State Board of
Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA)
Valid Texas Teaching Certification Texas License From the State Board of Examiners for
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Minimum Experience:
Experience in the prevention, identification, evaluation, and intervention of speech,
language and related impairments
Three Years Successful Experience as a Classroom Teacher, Preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
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Speech Pathologist
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Strategies
1. Provide prevention strategies through in-service training and consultation.
2. Identify children with speech and/or language impairments.
3. Evaluate and diagnose specific speech and/or language impairments.
4. Make referrals for medical or other professional attention necessary for the children with
speech and/or language impairments.
5. Develop IEP goals and objectives for children with speech and/or language impairments.
6. Provide speech and/or language services through a variety of services delivery models to
children in need.
7. Provide counseling and guidance for parents, children, and teachers regarding speech
and/or language impairments.
8. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required by federal,
state, or district policies.
9. Participate effectively in the ARD process.
Communication
10. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with
parents, students, principals, and teachers.
11. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Other
12. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
13. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students
and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting).
14. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
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15. Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures.
16. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business.
17. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students
and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting).
18. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.
19. Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control
under stress; coordinate district-wide curriculum functions; interpret policy, procedures, and
data.
Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district wide travel to student homes and
multiple work locations as assigned. May be required to lift and transfer students to and
from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer terminal possible. Occasional districtwide travel. Occasional statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
EVALUATION:
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required.
Approved by: __________________________________________ Date: ____________________________
Reviewed by: _________________________________________ Date: ____________________________
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ESTABLISHED/REVISED: August, 2009
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