School Speech-Language Pathologist - NCSD

About the role

North Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website . Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! Description of Work This position will ensure quality student support services working within the Exceptional Children guidelines and the school's budgetary guidelines. This position will serve as a liaison between the NCSD professional department heads and other agencies. Will ensure compliance with students' IEP transition plans and expected to strengthening student American Sign Language (ASL) skills as required by the school's Communication Policy. This position is responsible for leading the NCSD Student Admissions Team, working with LEAs in and outside of North Carolina. This position will provide their own speech services caseload determined by the student's IEP. ***Pursuant to House Bill 11, all employees, hired in classified (and certified) positions on or after July 1, 2024, are employed pursuant to Chapter 115C of the General Statutes. *** About the North Carolina School for the Deaf: The North Carolina School for the Deaf is a specialty school for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students, ages 3 (three) to 22 (twenty-two), with a catchment area encompassing the 46 westernmost counties in North Carolina. Established in 1894, the school provided significant milestones in deaf and blind education. North Carolina School for the Deaf (NCSD) operates per the academic calendar, from August to May, with additional summer programming in June. Students are typically present on campus Sunday afternoons through Friday afternoons. In general, support services and administration operate year-round. ***This is a full time, 11-month position (off in July) that typically works Monday to Friday.*** Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences This position is responsible for: Providing direct speech-language services to a caseload of students in grades K-12, as determined by their IEPs. The role supports and promotes the development of students' American Sign Language (ASL) skills, ensuring progress toward ASL competency in accordance with the school's Communication Policy. Providing documented observations and evaluation data to the school principal and conducting regular meetings with support staff to ensure compliance with Exceptional Children guidelines across disciplines. Particular emphasis is placed on serving Deaf and hard of hearing students, as well as DeafPlus students (Deaf students with additional disabilities) in grades K-12. Ensuring delivery of quality student support services in alignment with budgetary guidelines. Serving as a liaison among NCSD professional department heads and coordinates with internal teams such as Mental Health, Student Health Center, Management Team, and Residential Life. Additionally, the role collaborates with external agencies, including Vocational Rehabilitation, RHA Mental Health, Physical Therapy providers, and other contracted services as needed. Ensuring compliance with students' IEP transition plans and monitoring staff participation in required trainings, seminars, and professional development activities. The position also ensures that relevant information is effectively communicated to NCSD staff, students, and stakeholders. Serves as a member of the NCSD Student Admissions Team, working collaboratively with Local Education Agencies (LEAs) within and outside of North Carolina. The role ensures that admissions decisions are made in accordance with Exceptional Children guidelines and are centered on each student's best interest. Employee Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers the best comprehensive benefits for employees with little to no waiting period(s). *This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid community service leave, retirement, 401k, health, dental and vision insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator Recruitment Salary Range $52,800 to $70,000 ( D ependent on qualifying education and relevant experience.) This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather