Speech Lang Pathologist Asst (2025-2026 School Year)

Douglas County School District

88d • $26 - $35

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the supervising speech and language pathologist in all aspects of speech and language interventions for students with disabilities. This role involves developing and promoting good community relations among various community members and school clientele. The position requires constant lifting of five (5) to twenty (20) pounds, frequent to constant bending, squatting, standing, reaching, sitting, extensive walking, kneeling, crawling, and stooping, with occasional climbing.

Requirements

• First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association
• Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certification (SLPA) - ASHA and Colorado Department of Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology

Responsibilities

• Assist the Speech and Language Pathologist in providing services for students with disabilities, including scheduling, screening, observations, instruction and data collection in classrooms and/or individual and small group settings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Document health related services in Designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program.
• Work independently, following plans provided by the Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech and language interventions for designated students, including oral, written manual, and augmentative communication.
• Perform clerical and technical duties for the Speech and Language Pathologist such as preparation of materials, maintenance of equipment, and IEP compliance paperwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and student progress with regard to established intervention plans and reports information to the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.
• Consult and collaborate with the Speech and Language Pathologist, other building personnel, and SPED team personnel regarding services to students.
• Represent the Speech and Language Pathologist during IEP meetings and other team meetings as requested and allowed by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.

Benefits

• Eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans
• Eligible for paid sick and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree