The North Plainfield School District, a culturally diverse school district in Somerset County serving 3,700 students Pre-K through grade 12, seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative professional for the position of Speech Therapist at West End School.  

Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey Certificate or eligibility; Appropriate NJ Speech Language Specialist Certificate
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate and effective methods and activities;
• Ability to maintain a supportive and positive environment;
• Knowledge of assessment tools and IEP development;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Consult with pupils, parents and staff regarding corrective programs including pre-referral interventions where appropriate.
• Provide services to the general education staff regarding techniques, materials and programs for students experiencing difficulties in learning.
• Screen and (when appropriate) evaluate all students during the primary grades, new students, those having previously received speech correction and others referred by teachers, administrators or other pupil services staff for speech disorders.
• When necessary, cooperate with Child Study Team in planning evaluations and planning and implementing special education programs involving speech/language services.
• Prepare speech/language assessment reports and explain them to parents and staff.
• Develop and administer a corrective program for students demonstrating speech/language disorders and prepare periodic reports on pupil progress.
• Serve as a case manager for students with disabilities by coordinating the development, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of IEP's.
• Provide preventive and support services to students with disabilities.
• Maintain contacts with other professionals in the field of speech therapy and special education.
• Perform such other tasks and assuming such other responsibilities as assigned by the Building Principal.

Salary: $69,630 (minimum) to $78,630 (maximum) commensurate with experience

Benefits as per contract: Medical, dental, paid time off, professional development, mentoring.   

The North Plainfield School District welcomes your interest and looks forward to reviewing your application! 

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