Speech Language Pathologist

Company: Ivymount
Location: Potomac
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

Become part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team striving to provide individualized, specialized, and current evidence-based speech and language services for neurodiverse students. The Ivymount School seeks a collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct and consultative speech and language services to classroom and programs.As a leader in special education, Ivymount provides exceptional training and professional development opportunities. Ivymount provides a unique opportunity to be a part of a close and collaborative Speech Therapy Department, in addition to working with skilled professionals across the fields of special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, mental health, and behavior analysis. *This is an 11-month position, starting June 23, 2025. Clinical Fellows are welcome to apply and receive high-quality individualized support.*Ivymount is committed to recruiting, training and supporting staff to continue our journey in delivering exceptional special education services. Our speech therapists access a range of personal and professional benefits including small caseloads (approximately 20 students), a comprehensive benefits package, exceptional training and professional development opportunities, annual tuition and workshop/conference reimbursement, access to journal and research databases, onsite trainings and workshops, and opportunities for promotion within Ivymount, as well as a school calendar.*Summary:* The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for providing speech-language therapy services, including assessment, treatment, and documentation according to each students Individual Education Plan (IEP); as well as providing consultation and collaboration to multidisciplinary classroom teams on the communication needs of the students.*Responsibilities** Provide individual and/or small group speech therapy services as indicated by a students Individual Education Plan (IEP)* Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, parent meetings and IEP meetings* Assess and develop speech and language IEP goals, complete annual IEP reports, recommendations and quarterly progress reports.* Contribute to the development and implementation of programming and supports designed to address student communication needs identified by the educational team or as indicated by the program* Develop treatment plans reflective of evidence-based practices* Work collaboratively with team members in programs/classrooms, as assigned* Maintain accurate documentation according to COMAR regulations and LEA requirements* Write speech and language reports when necessary to determine present levels and recommendation for service* Provide consultation to classroom teachers and parents* Hold confidential all knowledge of students and their families* Hold confidential all knowledge of students and their families*Requirements** Masters degree in the field of Speech-Language Pathology* Maryland State licensure in Speech-Language Pathology* Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)* Experience delivering school-based speech-language therapy services* Clinical experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disorders* Experience using evidence-based practice to make decisions regarding treatment* Working knowledge of research related to Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disorders* Excellent oral and written communication skills* Cooperative participation within an interdisciplinary team* Computer skills related to common office tasks such as email, conducting internet searches, and using MSOffice (e.g., MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint)* Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment and treatment, including a variety of modalities and speech-generating applications* Understanding of behavioral principles and instructional strategies for autistic students and those with developmental disabilities* Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis preferredJob Type: Full-timePay: From $65,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to FridayApplication Question(s):* How did you find out about this opportunity? If referred by a current employee, please list the employee's name.* Ivymount is unable to provide sponsorship for work authorization visas. Are you authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for a visa?Work Location: In personby Jobble

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