JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services and the immediate supervision of the site principal, the Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist provides specialized instruction and services for students who have disorders of language and speech: performs language assessments; assists in developing the Individualized Educational Program for students with language and speech deficits; and confers with teachers and parents; provides consultation and assistance to teachers and parents to better meet the needs of students with speech/language deficits.

MAJOR:

• Provides whole-class screening services.

• Assesses speech and/or language skills for students referred suspected of speech and/or language delays. Writes assessment reports as per District procedures.

• Case manages timelines, meetings and triennial reviews for students in speech/language only programs.

• Adheres to District, State and federal timelines/regulations as required.

• Coordinates and chairs IEP meetings for speech/language only students.

• Develops proposed IEP standards-based goals/objectives for speech/language for students on the LSH caseload.

• Provides specialized direct instruction program for students who have IEPs designating speech and/or language therapy.

• Focuses instruction to help assure student progress on short-term objectives and standards-based long-term goals.

• Monitors, communicates and consults effectively with parents, general and special ed teachers and staff, aides and administrators regarding needs and progress of each individual student towards attainment of IEP goals/objectives.

• Reports to parent on student progress as per District procedures. • Refers students who appear to need further evaluation to the IEP team.

• Communicates effectively and provides support to general ed staff to facilitate student success in mainstreamed general education environments as appropriate.

• Provides consultation and/or in-service relating to resource information, modifying and adapting instruction, student assessment, specialized instruction, management, and guidance to parents, general ed teachers and aides.

• Presents with an attitude of dedication, commitment, enthusiasm and teaching excellence toward students with exceptional needs.

• Demonstrates a positive, assertive approach to discipline, maintaining standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

• Completes all reports as required, including student evaluation, inventories, orders, program evaluation and lesson plans.

• Remains flexible in accommodating the needs of students and staff.

• Effectively schedules caseload to assure IEP compliance.

• Prepares for and supports transition for students moving to Grossmont Union High School District.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self selected professional growth activities.

• Is aware of and meets requirements and standards of the specific job as interpreted through local school district board policy, county regulations and the state Education Code. • Attends faculty meetings, in-service meetings, student assistant team meetings, team meetings, grade level meetings or department meetings as indicated.

• Performs basic attendance accounting as required.

• Maintains good public relations through involvement in such activities as PTA meetings, Halloween Carnivals and holiday programs.

• Serves in various capacities at the school or the district level when required, such as providing in-service, reporting to the Board of Trustees and participating in school or district committees.

• Shares in sponsorship of student activities and participates in faculty committees.

• Completes all reports as required, including student evaluation, inventories, orders, program evaluation and lesson plans.

• Will be available to serve as a consultant, if he or she is a teacher who is a specialist in a specific subject area.

• Performs other duties as designated or assigned by the Coordinator of Special Education

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Education: A Bachelor’s degree and advanced study in language and speech handicapped; Master’s degree desirable.

Experience: Prior job related experience is desired.

Credential(s): Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential (language, speech and hearing services); or Specialist in Special Education Credential in Communication Handicaps with advanced specialization in language, speech and hearing; or Restricted Credential in speech and hearing therapy; or exceptional child credential (speech correction and lip reading); or standard teaching credential with specialized preparation in speech and hearing handicapped in lieu of a minor.

License: A California driver’s license and willingness to use own vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Agrees that all children are able to learn and is willing to assure that this takes place. Demonstrates knowledge regarding the exceptionalities of the students served and appropriate specific instructional methods and strategies to meet their needs. Demonstrates knowledge of developmental states of language, speech and hearing development. Demonstrates familiarity with a variety of appropriate assessment instruments. Possesses working knowledge of the IEP process as well as a clear understanding of special education regulations and guidelines. Displays a positive, flexible attitude toward program and students served in the DIS program. Provides individualized instruction to meet the needs of each exceptional student. D Works cooperatively and communicates effectively with all special education support staff, administrators, general education teachers and other personnel in the best interests of each student. Develops and maintains successful relations with students, parents, colleagues and supervisors. Possess the skills and attitude to be a successful team member on a school site.