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Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Under the supervision of personnel from the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services and in collaboration with the school principal, Speech-Language Pathologists are responsible for the provision of speech and language diagnostic and therapeutic services to students, collaboration with and support of parents and school support staff, and participation as a multidisciplinary team member.
Speech-Language Pathologists are assigned to schools based on the citywide needs of the district.
Perform diagnostic assessments for students needing initial evaluations, re-evaluations, or special evaluations and participate in all meetings/conferences to determine eligibility for and adequacy of services on an annual or as-needed basis Support students with a wide range of speech-language-related issues to meet academic performance standards.
Maintain accurate records and follow established departmental policies and procedures.
All clinicians participating in the Health Services Management Program (HSMP) must comply with all policies and procedures of the program as detailed in the ChildServe User Manual and the HSMP Reference Manual to ensure the full delivery, accurate recording, and timely reporting of the services provided to students.
Within the context of the CPS Framework for Speech-Language Pathologists, all SLPs should utilize a continuous improvement process that refines their practice.
Each Speech-Language Pathologist should: Provide consultation to teachers, parents, and staff; Provide staff education training to school staff and parents; Prioritize student safety through the consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and school-wide systems of management and discipline; Advocate for the district's vision and commit to our district's common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, developmental appropriateness, attention to individual students (including those with special needs), appropriate use of technology, and student assumption of responsibility.
A graduate degree in communication disorders or speech pathology from an accredited University or College program.
Completion of the CPS online application A valid license or credential issued by the state licensing board, with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the role.
Willing to travel to multiple school locations as a citywide speech-language pathologist as needed.
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), an employee must be a resident of the City of Chicago or be willing to become a resident within six months of the date of his/her employment with Chicago Public Schools.
For certain high-needs positions, exemptions to this policy may be available.