Job Description:

Region 14 Vacancy

POSITION:  Speech and Language Pathologist

LOCATION:  Nonnewaug High School

START DATE:  August 26, 2024

DEADLINE DATE:  Until Filled

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

A speech and language pathologist (SLP) in Region 14 School District works as an integral part of a larger team serving all students in the district.  The SLP brings their unique skills in the areas of targeted remediation, alternative approaches to instruction, expertise in issues concerning language development, and understanding of learning differences to bear in working to improve instructional outcomes for students.  In delivering services, the SLP will focus on improving student performance and developing skills in students that will help them continue to maximize their potential.  The SLP utilizes interventions driven by a well-founded (e.g., data based, research supported) understanding of what is best for the student. 

EDUCATION TRAINING/REQUIREMENTS:

Meets full requirements for Speech and Language Certification for the State of Connecticut.

Successful teaching and administrative experience.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Thorough understanding of best practices in speech and language remediation

Working knowledge of all applicable State and Federal statutes related to special education.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Student Services

WORK YEAR:

10 months

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

PPT participation, including review of progress and development of new goals and objectives

Completion of all applicable elements of Individualized Education Plans

Delivery of Tier 3 Intervention Services as directed by Student Consultation Team

Direct service to address language concerns, individual and small group

Inclusion based (classroom) interventions

Case Management of Students

Teacher Consultation

Parent Consultation and Education

Assessment of Language Functioning-Receptive/Expressive/Pragmatic

Facilitate Social Communication Groups

Student Progress Monitoring

Collaboration with Other Special Services Staff

UNION AFFILIATION:  Nonnewaug Teachers’ Association

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AND PROVIDE:

Letter of intent

Resume

Letters of reference (3)

Transcripts

Proof of Certification

Wendy J. Rossi, Human Resource Coordinator