Instructional Assistant, Speech and Language (Ref #27-70)

Tulare County Office Of Education • Visalia, CA

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About The Position

The job of Instructional Assistant, Speech and Language is to assist speech-language pathologists (SLP) in providing educationally based therapeutic services for students with speech and language impairments, maintain a suitable learning environment, prepare appropriate materials, maintain appropriate student records, and perform other related duties as assigned under the direction of a certified speech pathologist.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s Degree OR 48 semester units from an accredited college/university OR Instructional Aide Exam or CBEST with a passing score
• One year of paid or voluntary work with school aged children
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (two letters of recommendation are required)
• Paraprofessional Testing (Associate’s Degree OR 48 semester units from an accredited college/university OR Instructional Aide Exam or CBEST with a passing score)
• Proof of HS Graduation (High school diploma or equivalent)
• Resume

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students with speech and language impairments preferred
• First aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (may be required)

Responsibilities

• Assist speech-language pathologists (SLP) in providing educationally based therapeutic services for students with speech and language impairments.
• Maintain a suitable learning environment.
• Prepare appropriate materials.
• Maintain appropriate student records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned under the direction of a certified speech pathologist.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED