Speech Therapist

Loyal Source is seeking Speech Therapists for several positions in Loudoun County, Virginia.

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for screening, evaluating, documenting, planning, and providing remediation for students with speech/language impairments, ensuring integrated services with educational environments and staff collaboration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Screening:

• Screens appropriate preschool students, kindergarten students, students new to the County, and students referred throughout the year for possible speech/language impairments.

Referral and Evaluation:

• Initiates referrals to the Child Study Committee for students with suspected speech/language impairments.
• Evaluates students’ communication skills through formal, standardized testing and interpretation of communication samples.
• Gathers pertinent information from teachers and parents to assist in assessing specific communication problems.
• Collates evaluation information for a complete and thorough evaluation report.

Eligibility and Planning:

• Leads the speech/language eligibility committee at the school level.
• Completes all related documentation of eligibility.
• Writes appropriate goals and objectives in an integrated plan that addresses each student’s weaknesses.
• Communicates effectively with parents and teachers regarding the plan for each student.

Scheduling and Implementation:

• Schedules and groups students effectively according to their communication needs.
• Cooperatively plans remediation activities to ensure integrated services as appropriate.
• Implements activities in coordination and communication with teachers and parents to integrate services.
• Maintains ongoing records of student progress; conducts periodic reviews and clearly documents in progress reports and annual reports.

In-service Education and Consultation:

• Provides in-service education to staff on speech/language topics.
• Consults with regular education and special education teachers to assist in effectively integrating remediation strategies into educational environments.
• Initiates consultation with other speech/language pathologists on areas of need and interest.
• Participates in various in-service activities as specified by the principal or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Competence in administering and interpreting tests and communication samples for speech/language disorders.
• Ability to cooperatively plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive education programs for students whose needs include communication remediation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification pertinent to the age of the student.
• Master’s Degree.
• Holds or is eligible for a Postgraduate Professional license with an endorsement in speech language disorders or a Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech Pathology license.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide, with a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare. Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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