EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The speech-language pathologist is responsible for the following:

I. Diagnostic: Administering speech and language screening procedures; evaluating the speech-language skills of students with suspected communication disorders; utilizing a variety of measures, both formal and informal, that are appropriate for evaluating the various communication disorders; utilizing normative data and analyzing test findings in the interpretation of diagnostic data; correctly implementing eligibility criteria in determining caseload selection; writing assessment reports which are clear and objective.

II. Intervention: Developing IEPs and IFSPs that contain measurable goals and objectives based on the assessment information; implementing the IEP or IFSP for each student served and periodically evaluating the effectiveness of the therapy plan; consulting with teachers, parents, and other team members regarding management of each student¿s communication disorder; collaborating with teachers to integrate speech and language goals and academic goals for each student¿s program; developing and maintaining effective relationships with students; participating in team meetings; complying with MCPS policies and procedures and with guidelines established by Speech and Language Services; maintaining accurate, current, longitudinal records on each student served; implementing reasonable, appropriate time allocations for observation, testing and paper work associated with providing adequate services to students.

III. Professional: Attending professional meetings scheduled for speech-language pathologists; participating in and conducting in-service/professional growth activities; attending staff meetings and PTA meetings when appropriate in compliance with the negotiated agreement; attending state and national professional meetings, and/or other professional growth activities when appropriate; establishing good working relationships with teachers, speech-language pathologists, other staff, and parents; reflecting on own practices, seeking feedback from others, and appropriately modifying clinical practices.

IV. Performs related duties as assigned.