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Prepares the assigned assessment/treatment area. Requisitions supplies. Sets up equipment.
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Obtains informed consent before providing services. Facilitates decision-making activities. Helps stakeholders understand service goals and how they relate to the educational program.
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Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
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Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
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Performs screening activities (e.g., child find, new students, grades designated by the board, etc.).
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Performs follow-up activities with students who have not passed earlier screening procedures.
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Administers diagnostic tests. Interprets results. Provides objective recommendations that facilitate student participation in educational activities. Monitors the efficacy of interventions.
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Helps intervention assistance team (IAT) members prepare plans for eligible students. Works with staff to ensure that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.
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Develops a service schedule. Helps staff resolve problems related to the participation of students with disabilities in appropriate learning activities. Complies with state policies/procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability.
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Uses a variety of service delivery models to treat and/or address speech/language disorders (e.g., verbal/written language, voice, articulation, fluency, interactive communication, auditory and/or visual processing, cognition/communication, etc.).
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Supports an inclusive educational environment. Provides ongoing communication and support for teachers. Encourages and supports positive peer relationships.
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Teaches skills that help students manage their environment. Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., assistive technology, augmentative devices, use of instructional/media resources, access/proximity to activities, etc.).
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Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
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Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress.
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Facilitates self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
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Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.
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Documents student progress. Ensure the accuracy of records. Prepares an end-of-the year recommendations for each student served.
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Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
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Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
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Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
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Complies with district policy and administrative guidelines/procedures to account for fund raising activities and the collection of authorized student fees. Maintains detailed records suitable for financial audits.
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Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
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Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
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Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
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Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
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Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
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Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
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Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
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Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
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Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
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Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
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Provides prompt notification of absences.
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Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
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Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.