Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (2025-2026 Anticipated)

Wichita Falls Independent School District•Wichita Falls, TX

13h

About The Position

Plan and provide speech-language pathology services, in conjunction with speech language pathologist, to students with articulation, language, fluency or voice disorders. Provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students’ ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist assistant granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or Valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy assistant certificate
Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Supervised practicum required for SLP assistant license

Responsibilities

Therapy Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Assist in evaluating student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services.
Assist in developing clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data.
Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in appropriate placement and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures.
Counsel and involve parents in remedial process.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student.
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Assist in developing and coordinating the evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings.
Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
Regular Attendance