Speech and Language Pathologist

• Position Type: Speech/Language Pathologist

Location:

System Wide

Qualifications:

• Tennessee license endorsed as a speech & language pathologist
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Must be able to project a positive image of the district to students, staff, parents, and the public.
• Must be organized.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Highly ethical and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrates professional conduct at all times.
• Committed to continuous improvement and data-based decision-making.
• Displays quality work through accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written, verbal, and technology-based communication skills.
• Works effectively and productively as a member of a team.
• Exhibits a service orientation.
• Demonstrates technology skills as required by job responsibilities.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Evaluates and provides therapy for school-age children who experience challenges with speech and language skills
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of IEP and TNPulse data systems
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation about performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.