Speech Language Pathologist - School for the Deaf

https://csdb.colorado.gov/

School for the Deaf – School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Department: Student Services
Reports To: Director of Special Education

• Provides speech-language instruction to Preschool through Transition-age students who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing with possible vision loss.

• Collaborates with the educational team to design and implement individualized plans that foster full communicative access and linguistic development. Emphasizes bilingual and bicultural approaches recognizing American Sign Language (ASL) and English as equal, valued languages. Supports development of ASL fluency, English literacy, and pragmatic skills, while addressing speech, oral-motor, and auditory skills when appropriate. Promotes language-rich environments that respect Deaf culture and affirm student identity.

• Utilizes appropriate communication skills with each student.

• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and knowledge of bilingual language acquisition.

• Performs work associated with speech, communication, and language instruction, including organizing therapy delivery aligned to IEP goals; maintaining records related to attendance, progress, and required documentation; developing objectives and delivering lessons or strategies that meet individual and group needs; conducting speech/language diagnostic evaluations; and making recommendations regarding communication habilitation strategies for students who are Deaf, blind, and/or multiply disabled sensory impaired.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in task analysis, assessment, behavior management, organization and planning, curriculum development, parent relations, and teamwork.

• Works as part of the education/diagnostics team in assessment processes and IEP development to accomplish lesson objectives, align with curriculum, and maximize student communication potential.

• Provides outreach services as assigned, including consultation regarding communication habilitation programs.

• Serves as a positive team member of Student Services and CSDB as a whole; participates in team, departmental, Professional Learning Community, school, and instructional meetings as required.

• Provides parent consultation and participates in selected parent-focused activities; provides information to students and peers when communication concerns arise, utilizing appropriate community resources.

• Participates in professional development, training, and workshops as appropriate; presents information to CSDB / LEA staff and parents as requested.

• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned, including activities related to Medicaid billing.

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders from a regionally accredited college or university, with interest in serving students with special needs.

• Must hold or be eligible for appropriate Educator / Special Services Provider (SSP) licensure in the State of Colorado, endorsed as a School Speech-Language Pathologist (requires ASHA certification or a passing score on the PRAXIS Speech-Language Pathology exam).

• Must hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

• Experience teaching or working with children in an educational environment who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing.

• ASL proficiency required per CSDB policy GBF-E-1: Intermediate Plus upon hire, with expectation of demonstrating Advanced level within two (2) years of hire.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply current speech-language educational practices for students who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing, including hearing aids, FM systems, auditory training techniques, and cochlear implant technology.

• General knowledge of Deaf education and Deaf cultural values; demonstrates consideration and respect in interactions.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply best practices related to augmentative and alternative communication.

• Ability to assess and apply technology to perform job requirements; effective use of computer software applications including email, internet, word processing, electronic calendars, presentation development, spreadsheets, and databases; willingness to stay current with technology skills with or without direct CSDB support.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff who are Deaf.

• Ability to respond positively and effectively to feedback.

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team setting.

• Strong, positive interpersonal skills.

• Full-time; scheduled to work the standard number of days in the academic year (per the School Calendar, currently 195 days, August through June).

• Annual base salary established pursuant to the Teacher Salary Schedule and based on education and experience.

• Employment is at-will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract.

EFFECTIVE DATE

• Work is performed in a typical school office environment with mostly sedentary to light physical activity; may require exertion of up to 20 pounds occasionally and frequent walking or standing.

• May require climbing stairs, bending, reaching, handling objects, and using fingers to operate a computer/keyboard.

• Requires exchanging ideas, receiving detailed information, analyzing and coordinating data, instructing or training others, and utilizing effective interpersonal skills.

• Exempt

• A copy of current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License 

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system