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Office of Early Learning - /


Wake County Public Schools


Location

Cary, NC | United States


Job description

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

 

WORKING TITLE

Preschool Itinerant Speech-Language Pathologist

 

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Office of Early Learning

 

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

 

PAY GRADE

Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist Salary Schedule

 

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

 

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

 

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is not eligible for a Hybrid Telework Workweek

 

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides high quality specialized instruction, implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) to young children with disabilities in our community. Maintains confidentiality, and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures as they relate to the special education program throughout the district. Provides protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities and general education students as part of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process). Ensures vision aligns with the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the Wake County School System (WCPSS) Strategic Plan.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

 

 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Follows all rules, policies, and procedures of WCPSS, along with state and federal regulations, including IDEA.
  2. Conducts screenings and tests, obtains diagnostic information, analyzes information, and makes recommendations regarding programs and services in collaboration with the team.
  3. Develops IEPs for each eligible student in collaboration with the teacher, parent, and other pertinent professionals.
  4. Plans therapy and uses appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum.
  5. Provides appropriate information on an informal or formal basis regarding speech, language, and hearing programs and services.
  6. Maintains records in accordance with established rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
  7. Provides consultation to parents, teachers, and other appropriate school personnel; seeks the assistance of teachers, parents, and others to meet the communication needs of students.
  8. Makes recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services as the needs of the student/and or family require.
  9. Participates in continuing education and professional growth activities related to speech-language, hearing, and education.
  10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automobile equipment.

 

EFFECTIVE DATE: 2/2024

 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

 


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