Speech Language Pathologist

Position Overview:

This position requires a dynamic and dedicated professional with strong organizational skills, adaptability, and responsiveness to the diverse needs of students and staff. The role involves working in various educational settings, providing essential speech and communication services. The ideal candidate will possess advanced qualifications and certifications, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in education and student support.

Key Competencies:

• Workload Management: Demonstrates a strong ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks, ensuring that all responsibilities are managed efficiently and deadlines are consistently met.
• Adaptability: Open-minded and proactive in adjusting approaches based on new information or evolving circumstances, ensuring that practices remain aligned with the most current data and best outcomes.
• Flexibility & Responsiveness: Exhibits a high degree of flexibility, capable of quickly responding to the changing needs of both students and staff, maintaining a supportive and effective learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Holds a Master’s Degree in Speech-Communication, Speech-Language Pathology, or Communication Disorders/Speech Services from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Certification: Possesses the appropriate Colorado Department of Education Certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist, qualified to serve individuals from ages 0-21.

Organizational Relationships:

• Reporting Structure: Directly reports to the Building Principal, maintaining a collaborative relationship to support the overall educational mission.

Working Conditions:

• Environment: The role primarily involves work within an office, classroom, and various educational settings, requiring adaptability to different environments.

Physical Demands:

• Activity Requirements: The position predominantly involves walking and standing, interspersed with periods of sitting. The role requires the ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds, navigate stairs, and perform tasks that involve bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Manual Dexterity: Requires proficiency in using fingers to operate a computer keyboard and perform manual sign communication.
• Sensory Requirements: The work necessitates clear speech, as well as the ability to see and hear, with or without aids, to effectively communicate and perform job duties.

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