Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) (Sign-On Bonus Included) - Tucson Campus
About The Position
AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team! AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools. Arizona’s first and only autism-focused charter school is seeking a Part-time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) for the 25-26 school year. The SLPA’s primary focus is to work directly with a Speech Language Pathologist to administer school-based speech-language treatment plans as written in each child’s IEP. Additionally, the SLPA will help integrate therapies in the classroom and provide support to the speech-language pathologist in the new state-of-the-art autism center. Under the supervision and direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, the SLPA will be responsible for: Implement student communication strategies Move students toward progress on IEP goals Engage in data-driven instruction and therapy Implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies
Requirements
- An associate's degree is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Minimum of two years SLPA experience in a school setting preferred
- Experience delivering services in a school setting, in a classroom integration model preferred
- Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance
- Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
- Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
- Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance card
- Associate's Degree in Speech Pathology (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Certified SLPA in the State of Arizona
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of two years SLPA experience in a school setting preferred
- Experience delivering services in a school setting, in a classroom integration model preferred
- Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Responsibilities
- Implement goals identified on student IEPs related to Speech and Language in the areas of:
- Expressive Language Skills
- Receptive Language Skills
- Support for students with Augmentative Communication Devices
- Support the classroom curriculum as it relates to language acquisition
- Follow school-wide systems, rules, and positive behavior interventions
- Deliver services in a classroom integration model
- Coach the classroom staff on the implementation of speech/language therapy goals
- Communicate effectively and proactively with students and families
- Responsible for paperwork compliance with data collections relating to IEP goals
- Accountability for growth and proficiency on IEP goals
- Participate in annual and ongoing staff training
- Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience: $25.00 to $35.00 DOE (16 hours per week)
- Paid sick time
- Complementary access to Calm Health for you and up to 5 of your loved ones
- Great professional development and advancement opportunities!
- Up to $500 in non-taxable reimbursement for CEU and licensing fees incurred
- Up to $5,000 per year in non-taxable Tuition Reimbursement (based on years of service)
- $500 sign-on bonus! ($250 after 30 days, the other $250 after 90 days of employment)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
