Speech Language Pathologist

K

Knox Community Schools

Speech Language Pathologist

Knox, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (Starke County Special Education Shared Services)

    Days per year: 184

    Start Date: August 1, 2025 (2025-2026 school year)

    ** Job purpose statement:**

    The Speech/Language Pathologist shall respond to the student's needs and abilities; the Speech/Language Pathologist must work closely with staff/administration and Starke County Special Education Shared Services staff. The Starke County Special Education Shared Services includes; Knox, North Judson-San Pierre, and Oregon-Davis school districts.

    Qualifications:

    • Master's degree from an accredited college/university,
    • Current Indiana Speech Pathologist License,
    • Indiana License from the Division of Professional Standards in Communication Disorder,
    • Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred,
    • Experience in public schools preferred.

    ** Essential Functions:**

    • Develop speech and language skills to facilitate students' personal, social, and academic development,
    • Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students,
    • Communicate effectively with all staff and the community.
    • Appropriately operate all equipment as required.
    • Ability to respond positively to change and handle tasks as assigned.

    Key Performance Responsibilities:

    • Create positive and respectful relationships with students, staff, parents, administrators, and professional agencies who work on behalf of the student.
    • Complete and maintain records as required by Federal IDEA, State Article 7, and corporation procedures, including evaluations, reports, and Medicaid reimbursement according to mandated timelines.
    • Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems.
    • Encourage and monitor student progress related to the IEP and make informed, timely educational decisions.
    • Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for services.
    • Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and reevaluation process.
    • Participate in the development of student IEPs.
    • Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning students' needs and available special services.
    • Assist teachers in developing and implementing curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.
    • Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services. Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.
    • Provide therapy, follow-up, and consultation based on student IEPs.
    • Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
    • Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
    • Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
    • Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
    • Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
    • Plan and implement transitional programs for students.
    • Assist students in developing feelings of self-worth and making social adjustments, allowing them to cope with disabilities.
    • Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.
    • Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies.
    • Supervise and train staff members as assigned.
    • Assist with public awareness activities, which lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children.
    • Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.
    • See that school district and cooperative policies are observed during all activities.
    • Obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures.
    • Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and building administration.

    ** Benefits/Salary:**

    • Hourly rate competitive and commensurate with experience,
    • Health Insurance, PERF, LTD, Life Insurance, Dental, Matching Annuity,
    • Sick/Personal Leave.

    ** SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: **

    • Letter of Interest
    • Resume
    • License
    • Professional References with Telephone Numbers
    • Professional Letters of Recommendation

    ** CONTACT:**

    Heather Reese

    Knox Elementary School

    210 W. Culver Road

    Knox, IN 46534

    hreese@knox.k12.in.us

    (574) 772-1667

    Fax: (574) 772-1646