DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the area of Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders; and
• Valid Arizona Speech/Language Pathologist certificate and Department of Health Services Speech Language Pathology license.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screens and evaluates students with communication difficulties;
• Plans and implements individual education plans for identified students;
• Supervises Speech-Language Technicians, Assistants and special services paraprofessionals as needed under the guidance of the Principal;
• Plans and delivers documented services;
• Prepares all State, local and federal reports associated with student caseload;
• Counsels parents and professional staff on communication disorder (s) impact (s) on students; and
• Other duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension or assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to unilateral change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

EVALUATION PROCESS:  Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Principal, Special Education Director, Superintendent

SUPERVISION GIVEN:  Staff members designated by the Principal or Superintendent