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Location

Town of Ellicott, New York

Salary

$49,179 - $121,366 / YEAR

Quick overview

Promote communicative and linguistic competence for deaf students aged 3-21 through individualized intervention strategies and IEP development. Collaborate with teachers and conduct assessments to optimize educational outcomes.

Requirements summary

Requires a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC-SLP or CF-SLP certification, and TSHH or TSSLD certification. Proficiency or a commitment to reach proficiency in American Sign Language is essential.

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Job description

SUMMARY

Promote communicative and linguistic competence and optimize outcomes for profoundly deaf students 3-21 years of age.

Duties/Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to

  • Planning and implementing individualized intervention strategies that foster communicative competence.
  • Collaborating/consulting with classroom teachers.
  • Selecting and conducting appropriate assessments based on individual student needs.
  • Preparing evaluation summaries and annual review reports.
  • Develop treatment plans (IEPs) that are strength-based for overall educational improvement.
  • Participating in IEP meetings.
  • Engaging in continuing education and professional growth activities.
  • Create and enforce a positive culture of learning, respect, and rapport in line with the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission
  • Other duties as are appropriate and assigned by supervisor.
  • Required skills/Abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including proficiency in English and possesses emerging to proficient American Sign Language (ASL) skills with a commitment to reach proficient level
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Candidates must have the following credentials

  • CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology)
  • May have CF-SLP (Clinical Fellowship in Speech Language Pathology)
  • Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • ASHA membership
  • TSHH or TSSLD certificate
  • Knowledge of American Sign Language
  • Experience working with Deaf students is desirable
  • Security clearance
  • Required clearance includes medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, and SCR and SEL clearance
  • Physical requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Prolonged periods of walking around in and outside of the building.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.