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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and qualified Educational Speech and Language Therapist to work with children and adolescents to support their linguistic and communicative development. In this role, you will collaborate closely with teachers, special educators, and parents to identify, assess, and treat speech and language disorders in school settings. You will use educational methods and evidence-based techniques to help students improve their ability to communicate effectively, which in turn enhances their learning and social interactions.
As an Educational Speech and Language Therapist, you will conduct individual and group interventions, create customized treatment plans, and monitor students' progress. You will also contribute to developing the school's language-stimulating environment and provide guidance to school staff on how to support students with language needs in the classroom. The role requires strong collaboration skills, creativity, and a genuine interest in child development.
We are looking for someone with a background in speech-language pathology, special education, or a related field, and experience working with children in educational settings. You should be communicative, empathetic, and able to adapt your methods to each child's individual needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives through language and communication, this is the job for you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assess children's speech and language abilities
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Conduct speech and language interventions
- Collaborate with teachers and parents
- Provide guidance to school staff
- Document and monitor progress
- Participate in student health teams
- Design language-stimulating materials
- Contribute to the school's language development efforts
- Adapt methods to meet student needs
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Degree in speech-language pathology, special education, or similar
- Experience working with children
- Knowledge of language development and disorders
- Strong collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently
- Empathetic and attentive
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in school settings is a plus
- Creative and solution-oriented
- Proficient in documentation
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your educational background in speech and language?
- Have you worked in a school setting before?
- How do you adapt your methods to different children's needs?
- How do you collaborate with teachers and parents?
- Can you give an example of a successful intervention you've conducted?
- How do you handle challenging situations with students?
- What tools do you use to assess language development?
- How do you document student progress?
- How do you stay updated in your field?
- What motivates you in working with children and language?
