Speech Language Pathologist

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assess and treat students with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.

May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform

research related to speech and language problems.

2. Provide speech-language services to assigned students and perform related duties

as set forth under Job Tasks.

3. Provide for the reasonable care and safety of students under the Speech Language

Pathologist’s supervision.

4. Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.

5. Provide care for students, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to

supervisor and provide medication administration as assigned.

6. Participate in team meetings for the identification of students with disabilities

(MDTs) and the development of IEPs and 504 Plans and implement provisions of

IEPs and 504 Plan accommodations for students.

7. Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of activities as assigned.Participate in professional activities and staff development as assigned and as

needed to maintain professional competence and to perform duties.

9. Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students and parents.

10. Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other

staff and administration.

11. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning colleagues, students, and

parents in accordance with law and District rules.

12. Provide for proper care, maintenance and reasonable security of all District

property in the Speech Language Pathologist’s custody.

13. Utilize instructional materials and other resources in a competent and effective

manner, including computer, e-mail, and other technology to perform assigned

duties.

14. Adhere to all district policies, rules, regulations, and supervisor directives.

15. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in

accordance with law and District rules.

16. Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and Nebraska Department of

Education (NDE Rule 27). The Speech Language Pathologist must serve as a

positive role model for staff and students.

17. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Board, the Superintendent or the

supervisor.