Pasco County Schools’ Post

Cross-functional teams are a HUGE part of my job as a teacher and that surprises some people. In the last 2 weeks, I've worked on 3 cross-functional teams. These teams were working to create Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities. Each team had professionals from at least 4 different areas, and the largest team had 12 members, all with different roles/ specialties/ focuses. We had collaboration between teachers, special education specialists, doctors, outside advocates, parents, speech language pathologists, psychologists, and therapists. Together we worked towards, and accomplished, the common goal of creating a comprehensive and individualized plan for each student. While the content and goal we were working on might be unique to education, the process of collaborating with different teams and professionals from other work areas is the same. Cross functional teams require respect, good communication, collaboration, planning, and flexibility, and teachers excel at it! #transitioningteachers #crossfunctionalteams #teamwork #teachers #collaboration

How frustrating it is to be an SLP in almost all settings with fluctuating pay and work! There are an immense amount of job opportunities for Speech Language Pathologists. That's the good news. The bad news, almost every job in all settings, even if offered as "full time", fluctuates with hours and pay. This makes being an SLP a challenge for a single parent, single income household. It also is incredibly frustrating to offer 20+ years of experience after countless clinical hours and 2 degrees later, only to find it's almost impossible to find consistent pay without fluctuations. What can we as professionals do about this? Has anyone else experienced these frustrations over the years?

Did you know about 1% of the world's population stutters? Stuttering is one of many communication disorders treated by speech pathologists. As the older generations continue to age 👵, the demand for treatment from these communication experts continues to rise. What does it take to be successful in this role? Educational requirements can vary, but in general you should study something that develops your communication and analytical skills before getting a master's degree 🎓 in SLP along with any training, licenses and certifications as required. On a human level, speech pathologists deal with people directly in difficult, stressful situations so the ability to emphasize and understand others on a deeper level is also a must. #SpiritofEnglish students are uniquely positioned to excel in this kind of role. They develop their analytical and communication skills together in a dynamic, collaborative environment where they are exposed to many different viewpoints. #FutureSuccess #EnglishJobs #EnglishCareer #SpeechTherapy #InterpersonalSkills #CommunicationSkills #CareerDevelopment #SpeechPathology #SpeechTherapist #SLPCareer #LanguageTherapy

My child can talk, so why do I need a Speech Pathologist? We see a lot of children who are great talkers. We see children with poor attention, difficulty processing sound (auditory processing) or issues with reading or writing. Some children have trouble following instructions. Others can answer lots of questions to a very high level – but have difficulty with questions that need more thinking through. We help children who are exhausted by the end of the school day. Sometimes children have to work so hard at listening, or focussing or literacy, that fatigue becomes a major issue in getting through the day. We also see children who can have an extremely good memory for what they are interested in, or for things they have done, but struggle to memorise essential information for school. Speech Pathologists do a lot more than teach children to talk. We deal with all areas of thinking using language, and communication. In addition, in our practice we work with executive function skills, developing neural pathways needed for skills such as attention, working memory, impulse control, emotional control, and inferential reasoning. If your child is a poor listener, disorganised, impulsive, over-reacting or takes things literally then this therapy will help.  If your child is not achieving their potential we can help. Use our Find A Speechie page on the website - https://lnkd.in/gzifqX9J

As a Speech Language Pathologist and Audiologist, I'm committed to enhancing global public health through effective communication and hearing care. Advocating for accessible services and raising awareness about the crucial role of communication in overall health. #PublicHealth #SLP #Audiology"

SLPs, are you using a lesson plan yet? If not, you should! A lesson plan keeps therapy focused, organized, consistent, and tailored to individual needs. While it takes effort to create, it makes your job easier in the long run! Here are some tips: 💡 Start with evaluations: Assess communication strengths and weaknesses using tests, assessments, observations, and interviews. 💡 Set clear goals: Define measurable, relevant goals based on areas needing improvement, like boosting vocabulary for expressive language struggles. 💡 Choose evidence-based activities: Select strategies backed by research for effective communication improvement. 💡 Sequence smartly: Match activities to skill levels and gradually increase complexity as progress is made. Looking for other ways you can improve as a speech pathologist? We can help you! 👉 https://bit.ly/InvoCareers #nowhiring #therapycareers #graduatejobs #speechlanguagepathologist #slpgradstudent #clinicalfellow #slpinschools

Great opportunities

Our speech pathologists had a productive discussion in our group clinical supervision session today on involving parents in therapy sessions! While we see clients for about an hour at a time, parents spend countless hours with their children each week. By supporting parents to implement our strategies at home, we significantly enhance client outcomes. Our external clinical mentor guided our team discussion, sharing strategies to educate parents and adjust their expectations of therapy. It's not just about therapist-child communication; it's about teaching parents to foster language development through play and in everyday routines and environments. Research proves that parent-led interventions are most effective for enhancing children's communication skills. Discussing this as a team helps our speech pathologists feel empowered to apply these methods with their clients and problem solve as a group any existing barriers in being able to implement this evidence-based approach to come up with solutions to go and try in their practice. #speechpathology #teamwork #clientoutcomes #languagedevelopment

👶 Concerned about your toddler's speech development? Early intervention is key! 🗣️ Seeking the expertise of a skilled Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) is crucial. 🧐 The SLP conducts a thorough evaluation, assessing milestones, speech clarity, and oral-motor skills. 📊 Based on the assessment, a tailored treatment plan is crafted, involving collaborative efforts between the SLP, you, and your child. 🤝 Discover how to encourage your toddler's speech development and support them at home. 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g5vCBUhh #SpeechDevelopment #EarlyIntervention #ParentingTips #SpeechTherapy

Get to Know Your Students- By Margherita Miserandino, MA CCC-SLP Lead Speech-Language Pathologist Getting to know your students is crucial for their success and overall well-being. Start by asking questions about their likes and dislikes, as students perform better when they feel heard and understood. This approach builds rapport and helps you identify their learning styles and emotional cues. When you notice a student looks upset, engaging them by asking how they feel and offering a space to talk about it if they wish is important. Additionally, showing genuine interest in their lives fosters a supportive therapeutic environment, encouraging students to be more open and communicative. This level of attention and care can significantly enhance their educational experience and contribute to a positive and productive learning atmosphere. #StudentSuccess #SLP #SpeechTherapy #EducationalSuccess #StudentEngagement #LearningStyles #TherapeuticEnvironment #StudentWellbeing #EducationMatters