Speech Language Therapist

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: PURPOSE: To deliver Speech therapy services as mandated on student IEPs in accordance with Illinois State Board of Education requirements. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a Masters Degree in Speech/Language Pathology, valid Professional Educator License with a Speech/Language Pathology endorsement. Must hold a certificate of clinical competence from American Speech Language and Hearing Association and Appropriate Speech-Language Pathology Licensure in accordance with Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations. Previous experience working with special needs/ autism students preferred ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop in collaboration with team members, appropriate IEP goals based on formal and informal assessment results. Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) stating the annual and short term goals for each childs current level of functioning, and objectives to meet each childs needs Participate in IEP meetings as required throughout the school year. Submit quarterly progress reports to lead teacher/team in a timely manner for distribution to parents/guardians. Update quarterly benchmarks related to IEP goals at designated times. Maintain all records and implement all procedures in accordance with Illinois and Federal Rules and Regulations.