Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - Keller Area
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) plans and provides speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders under the supervision of a Speech Pathologist. The role assesses students and provides therapeutic intervention intended to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students’ ability to benefit fully from the educational program. The assistant supports students and staff working with special education students, helps the licensed Speech-Language Pathologist manage an existing caseload, and provides planned therapy based on goals and objectives developed by the supervising SLP. The position includes preparing clinical materials, supporting classroom communication activities, documenting student performance, maintaining records, attending meetings and in-services, and following district policies and supervisory directives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
- Current Texas state license as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant.
- Working knowledge of federal laws, state guidelines, and DAS policies.
- Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, instructional and behavioral modifications, and accommodations.
- Thorough knowledge of communication disorders, including language, phonological processes, articulation, voice, and fluency.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data.
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
- Ability to perform moderate lifting and carrying when working with special education students.
- Access to a reliably working computer.
Nice To Haves
- Practicum or previous employment in a public school setting is desired but not required.
Responsibilities
- Organize and support work with students and staff serving special education students, following federal program guidelines and district direction.
- Abide by ASHA’s Code of Ethics and the rules and regulations governing speech-language pathology assistants in Texas.
- Assist the Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with caseload management, campus evaluation teams, parent and teacher consultation, and development of Individual Education Plans for eligible students.
- Provide skilled, planned therapy based on IEP goals and objectives developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Prepare clinical materials and monitor and support communication activities in the classroom.
- Document student performance, including tallying data and preparing charts, records, and graphs, and report the information to the supervising SLP.
- Follow a daily schedule developed with the supervising SLP.
- Maintain accurate records of contacts with parents and outside professionals.
- Compile, maintain, and file physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
- Participate as a member of the instructional team.
- Attend scheduled meetings and in-services.
- Follow district rules, regulations, policies, directives from superiors, and the attendance policy assigned by the manager.
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Job Type
Full-time
