Job Description:

The job of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing screening, 
diagnostic assessment, therapy, and consultation services in the area of communication disorders. Responsibilities also include the development of IEPs, IEP goals, report writing, 
classroom/teacher consultation, staff training, parent education, supervision of Speech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPA) and participation on school and IEP teams. The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible to the Lead Speech Language Pathologist and the Principal.

Essential Functions

1. Conducts speech-language screenings using appropriate screening protocols at the 
   request of the Teacher Assistance Team (TAT) or upon referral by the parent or school 
   team member.
2. Participates as a member of the Teacher Assistance Team (TAT), upon request, and when communication problem is suspected.
3. Participates as a member of the IEP team, provides input into the review of existing data process and recommends intervention strategies.
4. Conducts comprehensive speech and language assessments to determine the existence of speech-language impairments, functional communication skills, and communication needs.
5. onducts speech-language assessments to assist in determining requirements for assistive technology devices and services, as appropriate

Qualifications Required:

1. Graduate from an ASHA accredited speech pathology/communication disorders program.
2. Valid AZ Department of Public Safety (DPS) Identity Verified Print (IVP) Fingerprint 
   Clearance Card.
3. Experience with high school aged populations.
4. Current Arizona Department of Education Speech and Language Pathology certification.
5. Current Arizona Department of Health Services License.
6. Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
7. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) permitted.