Speech-Language Pathologist Growth Rubric
Speech-Language Pathologists carry out formal and information assessments on students within the school, while making recommendations for students who are in need of speech-language services. The purpose of the Speech-Language Growth Rubric is to provide the following:
- Guide the continuous professional growth of Speech-Language Pathologists (215) and Speech Associates (216)
- Determine if the SLP or SA is meeting professional standards, considering their specific roles and responsibilities
- Highlight the speech-language pathologist's areas of strength and identify areas of growth
- Serve as a guide for speech-language professionals as they reflect on their own practices
- Provide shared understanding of priorities, goals, and expectations of quality practice
The following documents are provided for use with the Mississippi Professional Growth System for School Speech-Language Professional:
- Speech-Language Pathologist Growth Rubric
- Speech-Language Pathologists Evidence Collection Sheet (Fillable)
- Speech-Language Pathologist Growth Cycle
Speech-Language Pathologist Requirements:
- Minimum of three (3) observation and feedback cycles during the school year is required (two (2) informal, one (1) formal)
- High-quality feedback after each observation
- Observations should be with someone who is familiar with the roles and responsibilities of the school-based clinician
- Observations should be with someone who is familiar with due process and the documentation involved in the process, particularly artifact review
- Speech-Language Pathologist must be observed using the Speech-Language Growth Rubric
- Professional Growth scores are due not later than June 30
For additional information contact:
Teresa Laney, M.S., CCC-SLP
tlaney@mdek12.org
MDE, Office of Special Education 601-359-3498