Speech Pathologist – Special School
Core
School-based Speech Pathologist supporting students with Autism in a special school setting, delivering individualized communication programs and collaborating with teachers and therapists.
Role type
Speech Pathologist (School-based)
Builds
Individualized communication supports and programs for students with Autism
Domain
Special Education / Speech Therapy
Required skills
Assessment of communication needs, Goal setting, AAC implementation, Literacy assessment, Family liaison, Professional development delivery
Preferred skills
Experience with Autistic individuals, Collaborative working in integrated teams
Technologies
AAC
Responsibilities
Assess individual communication needs including social, receptive and expressive skills; Set appropriate, individual communication goals; Track individual progress towards goals using Goal Attainment Scaling; Develop and implement supports and strategies related to communication needs; Collaborate with teachers, therapists and educators to support communication goals; Assess and support literacy skills of students; Liaise with families in relation to key communication goals, strategies and assessment.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC