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Speech Language Pathologist

Department: Special Education
Reports To:   Director of Special Services


2025-26 School Year

Salary & Benefits: Will follow the teacher's salary schedule outlined in the HEA Collective Bargaining Agreement 
2024-25 Salary for 1st year teacher with no experience $41,410 up to $62,296 depending on education and experience*
*The salary schedule for 2025-26 currently under negotiations
District will pay single employee premium for district's health insurance as outlined in the HEA CBA



SUMMARY:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions consistently and to the satisfaction of the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified disabled individuals. This job description is not an exhaustive list, as employees may be required to perform duties not specifically designated within this document, at the employer's discretion. Havre Public Schools reserves the right to modify or interpret this job description as needed. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:        Other duties as assigned.

  • Participates in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including measurable goals and objectives for each student’s needs as applicable to the educational setting.  
  • Develops a Plan of Care for Medicaid eligible Speech Language Impaired students, which may include specific instructions to students, parents, teachers, and other professionals on the IEP.   
  • Identifies/selects appropriate materials and equipment for therapy. 
  • Establishes schedules for therapy sessions.  Notifies all school staff of schedule. 
  • Maintains accurate daily records and data collection to document students’ attendance, progress, including requirements for Medicaid billing.  
  • Verifies students’ Medicaid eligibility and writes a Plan of Care for those who are eligible.  
  • Manages time, materials, and equipment effectively. 
  • Creates materials for students who have very specialized needs.    
  • Establishes and maintains a positive, organized, and safe environment for students. 
  • Use technology resources effectively.   
  • Participates in all pre-referral and referral procedures as required by districts.  
  • Conducts comprehensive evaluations and completes progress reports.   
  • Re-evaluates as needed, reviews annual IEPs or completes amendments as students meet goals. 
  • Uses standardized assessments, clinical judgment, and teacher-parent input to screen, evaluate, and reassess students.  
  • Provides therapeutic intervention(s) for Speech and Language Communication Disorders.  
  • Provides direct speech therapy using materials specific to communication disorder(s).   
  • Provides functional suggestions to teachers and parents regarding the student’s therapy program.   
  • Provides student services as recommended in the IEP. 
  • Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community agencies.  
  • Attends IEP meetings for all students served, and other student-related conferences as determined necessary.   
  • Provides families, employees, and other professionals with consultation and instruction in therapy techniques to establish carry-over into daily activities, which ultimately affect students’ performance in the academic and community settings. 
  • Consults with teachers, parents, and other IEP committee members to ensure that students’ needs are being met.   
  • Participates in training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues while maintaining professional certification and/or licensure.   
  • Promotes and supports the professional growth of self and others: Models professional and ethical conduct.   
  • Prepares the required reports and documents and maintains all appropriate records. 
  • Maintains confidentiality of student and other professional information.   
  • Complies with policies, procedures, and programs aligned with Montana and Federal guidelines supporting the school and District goals and priorities.  
  • Ensures that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age groups and student program classification.   
  • Establishes and maintains a positive collaborative relationship with students’ families, colleagues, staff and administration to increase student achievement and team collaboration.  
  • Performs other duties as assigned.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • A master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.  (SLP CCC) 
  • Possess a Montana License certificate to practice Speech Language Pathology.
  • Possess a Montana Driver’s License. 


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Requires professional knowledge of the theories, terminology, principles, and techniques of Speech Language Pathology practices in pediatric, adolescent, and young adult growth and development, neurological disabilities, behavioral management, and psycho-social aspects of children with mental and physical disabilities.   
  • Requires the ability to consult and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with parents, students, teachers, administrators and colleagues.  
  • Requires the ability to independently organize and prioritize therapy activities and program related paperwork as well as time management.  
APPLICATION
Submit district on-line Application.
Or contact the Personnel Office, Havre Public Schools, Box 7791, Havre, MT  59501
(406) 395-8550      FAX:  (406) 265-8460
 
DEADLINE
Open until filled
 

Paraprofessional

$15.33-16.36/hr - starting wage
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
  • Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills. 
  • Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
  • Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
  • Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
  • Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
  • Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
  • Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
  • Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
  • Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
  • Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc.
  • Participates in IEP process and serves as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
  • Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
  • Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
APPLICATION
Submit district on-line Application.
Or contact the Personnel Office, Havre Public Schools, Box 7791, Havre, MT  59501
(406) 395-8550      FAX:  (406) 265-8460
 
DEADLINE
Open until filled