Speech Language Pathologist

2022-2023 School Year

Category:                    Teacher / Professional

Employment Type:       Full-time (200-day contract)

Location:                     School in Culpeper County

Summary:

The Piedmont Regional Education Program (PREP) seeks to hire a speech language pathologist to serve Culpeper County Public Schools. 

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Ms. Angela Neely, PREP Executive Director, at aneely@k12albemarle.org.

Salary Range: Professional Salary Scale: $54.487 - 83,634 (full time)

Salary is commensurate with years of related experience; advanced degree supplements are available as determined by the PREP Joint Board of Control

Primary Function:

Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) are responsible for evaluating and treating students with communication disorders, including planning, implementation and assessment of individualized education program (IEP) goals for students with disabilities in participating school division. As a related service provider, the SLP provides appropriate intervention to meet students’ individualized needs in acquiring independence in functional skills to participate in and benefit from the educational environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to collaborate with parents, educators, and other school support staff. Organizational skills and the ability to work independently are paramount.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Professional Performance Objectives.
   1. To comply with school and school board policies and regulations
   2. To work cooperatively with the total staff
   3. To relate positively to parents and to other community representatives
   4. To demonstrate professional growth
   5. To be prompt and accurate with required records and reports
   6. To accept responsibilities as they relate to the accomplishment of job objectives
   7. To use instructional and planning time effectively

1. Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Performance Objectives.

1. Complete evaluations, develop measurable goals and plan and implement therapeutic interventions at intervals determined by the individualized education program (IEP) team and/or as required by the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia or other local, state or federal requirements
2. Communicate results of evaluations and reports to students, parents, staff and when appropriate, other professionals and agencies concerned with the student
3. Provide early education speech screening to all students entering school for the first time
4. Participate in Child Study, Eligibility, and IEP meetings as needed
5. Establish a system of documentation that is professional, efficient, and timely providing proof of accountability that conforms to state and individual agency policy including, but not limited to, individualized education programs, progress reporting, daily documentation, and Medicaid documentation when required
6. Collaborate, consult, teach and monitor professionals and paraprofessionals involved with the implementation of speech and language therapy interventions
7. Provide consultation to schools and school divisions regarding students’, staff and system needs
8. Attend PREP staff meetings and in-services
9. Complete other duties as assigned

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities via the Teacher Performance Evaluation System.

Required Qualifications:

1. Hold a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
2. Possess a valid SLP license
3. Possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number and be enrolled with Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) as an Ordering, Referring or Prescribing (ORP) Provider

1. Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds, walk an average of one mile per day, climb flights of stairs as needed, sit for extended periods in a car, and transition from standing to the floor and back during service provision.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Three or more years’ experience of pediatric work
2. Experience in a school setting

Reports To:  PREP Executive Director

Contact Information

Name: Ms. Angela Neely

Email: aneely@k12albemarle.org

Phone: 434-975-9400

Posting Schedule

This position will remain open until filled