Cumberland Public Schools
Cumberland, Rhode Island
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| Job ID: 38758 |
Application Deadline:
Posted until Filled |
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Re-posted: August 17, 2010 |
Starting Date:
Immediately |
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POSITION SUMMARY
Specializes in diagnosis and treatment of speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication: Diagnoses and evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Plans, directs, or conducts habilitative and rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and non-organic etiology. Provides counseling and guidance and language development therapy to handicapped individuals. Reviews individual file to obtain background information prior to evaluation to determine appropriate tests and to ensure that adequate information is available. Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests. Develops and implements individualized plans for assigned students to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities. Evaluates and monitors individuals, using audio visual equipment, such as tape recorders, overhead projectors, filmstrips, and demonstrative materials. Reviews treatment plan, and assesses individual performance to modify, change, or write new programs. Maintains records as required by law, and administrative regulations. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. Instructs individuals to monitor their own speech and provides ways to practice new skills. May act as consultant to educational, medical, and other professional groups. May serve as consultant to classroom teachers to incorporate speech and language development activities into daily schedule. May teach manual sign language to student incapable of speaking.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
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Cumberland Public Schools is an outstanding public school system committed to rigorous academic learning outcomes for all of our students. In a nutshell, we believe that it is our responsibility to meet the needs of “100% of our students, 100% of the time.” One of our most effective strategies for meeting this high standard of excellence is to recruit and hire exceptional teaching, administrative and support professionals.
The Town of Cumberland is a beautiful suburban community located in the northeast quadrant of Rhode Island. We serve a diverse student population of approximately 5,000 students in preschool through grade twelve in eight schools, including a comprehensive high school that has recently been transformed into a state-of-the-art learning facility through the generosity of our community. The Cumberland High School campus now includes a teaching area devoted to the Fine and Performing Arts, a Wellness Center, and a new Science and Technology Wing.
Cumberland is recognized for many unique programs including a service-learning program, established in 1997, that is the cornerstone of our newly revised diploma system; the Dunn Literacy Initiative, a ground-breaking relationship with the Dunn Institute which provides professional development in reading to all elementary teachers; and a district-wide approach to the consistent implementation of school and classroom management known as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). As a member of the Cumberland Public Schools, you will have an opportunity to take part in these exciting initiatives, and many more!
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cumberland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. (An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer)
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1. Develops appropriate Individualized Educational Plans and, as necessary, coordinates goals and objectives with Multidisciplinary Teams, for students whose evaluation outcomes indicate the need for speech and language services.
2. Implements goals and objectives and interprets student program needs for speech and language disordered students per provisions of Individualized Educational Plans.
3. Maintains professional standards by remaining current relative to effective student centered treatment strategies involving the delivery of speech, language, and hearing services.
4. Participates in speech, language and hearing screening activities on an as needed basis.
5. Participates, as appropriate in the evaluation process and assists the Multidisciplinary Team with scheduling operations to facilitate student identification and educational plan development.
6. Demonstrates diagnostic competencies relative to the implementation of the speech and language assessment process for students referred.
7. Submits completed speech and language assessments to conform with specifications and timelines contained within the Rhode Island Regulations for Handicapped Children.
8. Assists Multidisciplinary Teams and the Administrator of Special Education with the student referral process as it pertains to external agencies, specialists, and facilities as appropriate.
9. Serves as a resource and collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff as appropriate to enhance therapeutic outcomes in relation to daily programmatic needs presented by students assigned.
10. Maintains compliance related records and documentation of activities as required.
11. Conducts annual IEP reviews within the context of the Rhode Island Regulations and proceeds with student reevaluation needs in concert with the appropriate Multidisciplinary Team.
12. Provides a schedule of service and maintains current records concerning students assigned.
13. Maintains confidentiality regarding student status and student records unless disclosure services professional purpose or is required by law, unless parents sign release.
14. Demonstrates professionalism and promotes positive rapport among administrators, teachers, parents, and students relative to internal and external special education matters.
15. Maintains open lines of communication with parents regarding student progress.
16. May be required to travel to several schools within the system.
17. Makes recommendations for purchase of materials, equipment and supplies.
18. Maintains professional affiliations on the national, state and local levels with all organizations concerning the fields of speech/language and special education.
19. Keeps abreast of the latest therapeutic materials, research related to speech pathology.
20. Attends conferences and seminars related to the improvement of the school speech and language program.
21. Participates in in service training programs with teachers in order to gain a team approach to better understanding and aiding of special students.
22. May supervise the placement of speech students and speech therapy assistants.
23. Assumes all other responsibilities as might be assigned by the Special Education Administrator or Superintendent.
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Thank you for interest in teaching in the Cumberland Public Schools. We are looking for teachers who:
- Have a growth mindset and a desire to learn;
- Can articulate their teaching practices in a detailed way;
- Have knowledge of their own personal strengths and weaknesses; and
- Have an ability to interact with others.
Application Requirements:
- To be employed as a teacher in the State of Rhode Island, it is necessary to be certified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. Candidates should determine their certification eligibility prior to applying for employment.
- Only completed application packets will be reviewed.
- All completed application packets must contain three (3) current letters of recommendation. At least one letter of recommendation must be provided by a supervisor.
The Cumberland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. (An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer) |
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Why do you want to teach in Cumberland? Be specific about the contributions that you can make to improved student learning.
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What are your plans for your own professional growth?
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What is your RIDE Applicant ID?
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Are you currently under contract?
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Has your certification/licence ever been revoked in this or any other state? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been terminated or had your contract not renewed? If yes, please explain.
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Frederik Schockaert, Deputy Director of Special Education
2602 Mendon Road
Cumberland, Rhode Island 02864
Phone: 401-658-1600 ext 312
Email: frederik.schockaert@cumberlandschools.org |
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