Job Title:  Speech Language Pathologist (Starke County Special Education Shared Services)

Days per year:  184

Start Date:  August 1, 2025 (2025-2026 school year)

Job purpose statement: 

The Speech/Language Pathologist shall respond to the student's needs and abilities; the Speech/Language Pathologist must work closely with staff/administration and Starke County Special Education Shared Services staff.  The Starke County Special Education Shared Services includes; Knox, North Judson-San Pierre, and Oregon-Davis school districts.  

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited college/university, 
• Current Indiana Speech Pathologist License,
• Indiana License from the Division of Professional Standards in Communication Disorder,
• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred,
• Experience in public schools preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Develop speech and language skills to facilitate students' personal, social, and academic development, 
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students,
• Communicate effectively with all staff and the community. 
• Appropriately operate all equipment as required. 
• Ability to respond positively to change and handle tasks as assigned.

Key Performance Responsibilities:

• Create positive and respectful relationships with students, staff, parents, administrators, and professional agencies who work on behalf of the student.
• Complete and maintain records as required by Federal IDEA, State Article 7, and corporation procedures, including evaluations, reports, and Medicaid reimbursement according to mandated timelines.
• Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems. 
• Encourage and monitor student progress related to the IEP and make informed, timely educational decisions. 
• Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for services. 
• Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and reevaluation process. 
• Participate in the development of student IEPs. 
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning students' needs and available special services. 
• Assist teachers in developing and implementing curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies. 
• Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services. Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families. 
• Provide therapy, follow-up, and consultation based on student IEPs. 
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback. 
• Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences. 
• Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior. 
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others. 
• Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management. 
• Plan and implement transitional programs for students. 
• Assist students in developing feelings of self-worth and making social adjustments, allowing them to cope with disabilities. 
• Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports. 
• Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies. 
• Supervise and train staff members as assigned. 
• Assist with public awareness activities, which lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children. 
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques. 
• See that school district and cooperative policies are observed during all activities. 
• Obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and building administration.

Benefits/Salary:

• Hourly rate competitive and commensurate with experience,
• Health Insurance, PERF, LTD, Life Insurance, Dental, Matching Annuity,
• Sick/Personal Leave.

SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:      

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• License
• Professional References with Telephone Numbers
• Professional Letters of Recommendation

CONTACT: 

Heather Reese

Knox Elementary School

210 W. Culver Road

Knox, IN 46534

hreese@knox.k12.in.us

(574) 772-1667

 Fax: (574) 772-1646