Speech Language Pathologist - Applicant Pool 2024-2025 SY - Special Education

Posting Timeline

PPS strongly encourages and recommends everyone who is able, to be vaccinated and remain current on the COVID-19 vaccine.

This applicant pool posting is for multiple positions for the 2024/2025 School Year, and is posted as open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.

Position Details

*This applicant pool is for the 2024/2025 school year.

SPECIAL EDUCATION MISSION STATEMENT:
As a department, we are committed to reversing the trend of isolation and segregation of students with disabilities by ensuring all students have access to high quality instruction responsive to their needs and delivered by effective and culturally responsive educators within the Least Restrictive Environment. Our primary focus is to build capacity and to support staff members district wide to ensure effective instruction is the predictor of student outcomes.

1. Observe, screen and evaluate students to determine current level of performance to determine eligibility for services; prepare evaluation reports and participate in drafting individual education program (IEP) goals and objectives.
2. Diagnose and identify students with articulation, voice, fluency (stuttering) and/or language delays and disorders using standardized, norm referenced test instruments including determining type and severity of disorder.
3. Develop speech and language treatment plans including determining goals, objectives, methods, materials, frequency, duration, and modifications to regular classroom activities.
4. Provide direct therapy and instruction to students including analyzing, reviewing, and revising student progress; communicating with teachers and parents; and preparing classroom for instruction.
5. Design, implement, and develop activities and original instructional aides which are relevant, enhance the effectiveness of teaching, and address treatment plans including determining appropriate number of activities, scheduling activities, and making group and individual behavior plans.
6. Provide ideas and consult with teachers and parents regarding speech and language development and disorders including determining the needs of the child.
7. Develop, select and implement direct, indirect and consultative services based on individual assessment results and planning intervention goals.
8. Plan, develop and complete Individualized Education Plans according to District and State guidelines and policies.
9. Provide appropriate communication intervention strategies; monitor the effectiveness of interventions, coordinates or assist in the coordination of necessary resources to provide services to students; recommend program adjustments and enhancements as necessary.
10. Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy.
11. Participate in staff development, in-services and trainings related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in K-12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to business practices with awareness and understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.
12. Develop and conduct trainings to assist school staff, students and families in understanding the student's communication disorders and the role of the speech/language pathologist improving student development and achievement.
13. Develop a variety of teaching and instructional strategies including maintaining current knowledge of standards and practices in the field by consulting with books, colleagues, and conferences.
14. Establish and maintain intervention schedules for the schools and children with IEP and service plans.
15. Create, update and maintain a variety of district, state and federal compliance paperwork, including Medicaid billing.
16. Perform related duties as assigned.

• Incumbents in this classification must obtain and maintain both a current and valid Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) and a valid license issued by the Oregon State Board of Speech-Language Pathology.
• Some positions in this classification may require demonstrated bilingual/bi-literate proficiency in a language other than English.
• Position requires the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid Class C Oregon driver's license to drive to/from different locations.

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, codes, and statutes;
• District policies, procedures, organization structure and school requirements.
• Speech/Language pathology principles and practices.
• Speech pathology subject matter including speech/language disorders and treatments, diagnostic tests and batteries, cognitive development, and strategies for articulation and language development.
• Relevant medical, social, and legal community resources.
• Assessment instruments and methodologies.
• Customer service and public relations including coordination of District and community-based services.
• Counseling, conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Current relevant research related to speech pathology and children.
• CPR and first aid.

• Cooperate and support other team members within an interdisciplinary model.
• Work cooperatively to accomplish the goals and objectives of the local education agency.
• Work under pressure to meet timelines and handling multiple and changing priorities.
• Use a variety of adaptive language, school and office equipment, including computers and peripherals.
• Analyze information from journal articles, books, research findings, etc.
• Demonstrate understanding and compliance with PPS policies, procedures and applicable rules, regulations and laws.
• Learn and implement Portland Public School's Racial Equity Initiative.
• Determine and assess language and speech problems.
• Use relevant assessment tools and problem solving techniques specific to speech and language assessment.
• Mentor and provide leadership related to speech/language issues.
• Administer, interpret and apply testing results.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, codes, ethical considerations and policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Use of a variety of computer-based technologies.
• Establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrating tact, diplomacy and patience.