Speech & Language Pathologist

Position: Speech & Language Pathologist
Term: 2024-2025 School Year
Classification: Professional Employee 
FTE: Full time (1.0)

We invite prospective applicants to apply for the position of SPEECH & LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (Grades K-12).

ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Southern Lehigh SD serves nearly 3,100 students across five schools, which are highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report (2024). Hopewell and Liberty Bell Elementary Schools are ranked in the Top 10% of all elementary schools in the Commonwealth and each serves a population of more than 400 students in Grades K-3. The Joseph P. Liberati Intermediate School and Southern Lehigh Middle School are ranked in the Top 2% of all middle schools in the Commonwealth and serve nearly 700 students in Grades 4-6 and over 450 students in Grades 7-8. Southern Lehigh High School is ranked in the Top 10% of all high schools—public and private—in the Commonwealth and serves over 1,000 students in Grades 9-12.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
(1) Administer comprehensive speech and language assessments to students in grades K-12 suspected of having communication disorders.
(2) Analyze assessment data to determine eligibility for special education services based on state and federal guidelines.
(3) Develop detailed evaluation reports that clearly outline student strengths, areas of need, and recommendations; additionally, write measurable and attainable goals and objectives for improving communication skills.
(4) Collaborate with the IEP team (including parents, teachers, and administrators) to develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for students with speech and language impairments.
(5) Provide individual and/or group therapy sessions to address a variety of speech and language needs, including articulation, fluency, language processing, and social communication.
(6) Utilize evidence-based practices and appropriate therapeutic techniques to facilitate student progress; maintain accurate and confidential student records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and attendance logs.
(7) Communicate effectively with other professionals, such as psychologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, to ensure a holistic approach to student support.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Certification: A valid (active) Pennsylvania Educational Specialist I/ II certification in SCHOOL SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (PK-12) is required.
Experience: Previous experience with speech and language pathology support in a public school setting preferred.
Note: Selected candidates must be able to produce valid [1] PA State Criminal Record Check (ACT 34), [2] FBI Criminal History Record Investigation (ACT 114), [3] PA DHS Child Abuse History Clearance (ACT 151). and [4] PA Arrest/Conviction Report Certification Form (ACT 24) all within one year of issue at the time of hire.

COMPENSATION
FLSA EXEMPT; in accordance with the SLSD-SLEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, which you can access by clicking HERE.

DIRECTIONS
Please complete an online application and attach supporting documentation (Cover Letter and Resume). Note that paper applications are not accepted, and all interested applicants must apply via the district’s Frontline Recruit & Hire portal. Applicants must be prepared to submit required background checks that are no more than one year old from the date of issue, in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
Application Deadline: The vacancy is open until a qualified candidate is found and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. (Note that this posting may close or be removed at any time.)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Southern Lehigh School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. For further information, contact: Title IX Officer, Southern Lehigh School District, 5775 Main Street, Center Valley, PA 18034.