Speech Therapist

Selection Criteria

SC1   Development and delivery of a comprehensive speech pathology service and a capacity to work across all areas of the school with students who have moderate to severe language delays and concerns.

SC2   A sound knowledge of evidence-based speech pathology techniques and the ability to develop, provide and evaluate speech pathology services and provide speech advice on appropriate intervention strategies.

SC3   Demonstrated ability to administer appropriate language assessment and provide advice to staff and families on program delivery and follow up.

SC4   Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of professionals, teachers and parents on service delivery and student-based issues.

SC5   Experience in the design and delivery of professional learning activities in the areas of language and communication for teachers and other educational professionals.

SC6   A sound knowledge and experience in the use of a range of Alternative and Augmentative Communication systems (both low- and high-technology systems) and the implementation of AAC best practice.

Role

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.  Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations. 

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.  Management responsibility extends…