Speech-Language Pathologist in the Wardlaw School

The Wardlaw School is dedicated to serving children with average to superior intelligence and mild to moderate language-based learning disabilities, including dyslexia (reading disability). Children accepted into the Wardlaw School may exhibit underlying auditory and/or language processing difficulties that make it challenging for them to learn in their current educational setting. Our students range in age from 5 to 12 years old and are in kindergarten through 6th grade. Wardlaw School students typically have a diagnosis of dyslexia or "red flags" for the disorder. They may also have difficulty understanding and/or using spoken language, expressing themselves through written language, or experiencing difficulties with mathematics.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Wardlaw School is dedicated to serving children with average to superior intelligence and mild to moderate language-based learning disabilities, including dyslexia (reading disability). Children accepted into the Wardlaw School may exhibit underlying auditory and/or language processing difficulties that make it challenging for them to learn in their current educational setting. Our students range in age from 5 to 12 years old and are in kindergarten through 6th grade. Wardlaw School students typically have a diagnosis of dyslexia or "red flags" for the disorder. They may also have difficulty understanding and/or using spoken language, expressing themselves through written language, or experience mathematical disabilities.

The Wardlaw School for children with dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities is currently seeking an outstanding professional to serve as a speech-language pathologist in our multidisciplinary, collaborative educational environment.

The Wardlaw School employs passionate professionals who strive to be leaders in their field and who are committed to excellence in the education of all children. Knowledge and understanding of research-based practices in the areas of language development, reading, and math are the cornerstone of all that we do. We seek to hire innovators and thinkers who choose to work in an environment where they can truly make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. The Wardlaw School encourages all of its students, educators, specialists, and clinicians to be engaged, perpetual learners.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Plan and implement appropriate intervention for children with mild to moderate language-based learning disabilities.
• Derive remediation strategies and goals from students' psycho-educational evaluations as well as from diagnostic therapy, testing, and teaching.
• Evaluate students as needed to define language strengths and weaknesses further.
• Interpret language difficulties in terms of their impact on academic progress.
• Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to establish and implement appropriate language goals for each student within a class setting.
• Provide individual and small-group "pull-out" therapy, as well as whole-class language instruction, as appropriate.
• Complete speech and language sections for two written reports per school year and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Communicate effectively with parents and teachers.
• Serve a typical full-time caseload of 3 classrooms (36 students).

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

A Master's degree in speech/language pathology, ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, and a valid Georgia license in Speech/Language Pathology are required. Experience in a school setting is desirable and a background or experience in learning disabilities a plus. The Wardlaw School is dedicated to ongoing staff development and provides opportunities for individuals to enhance their repertoire of skills and methodologies. We are seeking professionals who strive to excel in their field and enjoy working in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment. Opportunities are available to present locally and nationally.

SALARY:

Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.

BENEFITS:

This full-time school position offers a generous benefit package, including health/dental/life and long-term disability insurance; school-subsidized health insurance premiums for staff and families; a Flexible Spending Account; a 403(b) Plan; accrued sick time; a generous holiday schedule; and cost reduction of some Speech School services.

TO APPLY:

Please submit all of the following documents to ensure that your information is considered: cover letter, resume, and written submission. Please describe how your particular skills, talents, and/or expertise could be beneficial to the Wardlaw School (Please limit response to 500 words).