Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Jefferson Parish Schools•Harvey, LA

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Speech and Hearing in the Student Support Unit, the Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant provides screenings and therapeutic services excluding assessment under the direct supervision of supervising speech-language pathologists for students with special communication needs in assigned schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in educational program for speech-language pathology.
Licensed in the State of Louisiana as a Speech Language Pathologist-Assistant required.
Appropriate certification as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant as described in Bulletin 746 of the Louisiana Department of Education required.
Must understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from the supervisor.
Ability to manage, direct, and supervise students.
Must be able to work compatibly with students, school personnel, parents, and professionals.
Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvements.
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must be able to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
Must have the ability to communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, professionals and parents.
Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations as well as school system regulations regarding special education.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in Google Suite.
Strong written and Oral communication skills in multiple settings.
Ability to work collaboratively with team members.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with assistive technology.
Varied experience with children who exhibit communication disorders.
Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Conducts non-interpretive speech-language screenings co-signed by Supervising SLP.
Performs hearing screenings limited to pass/fail determinations.
Provides direct treatment as determined by the Supervising SLP and as stipulated to R.S.37:2650-2666
Follows treatment plans or protocol with documented approval of the Supervising SLP.
Documents patient/student progress and reports this information to the Supervising SLP.
Schedules activities, prepares charts, records, graphs, etc.
Inspects and maintains equipment.
Participates in IEP conferences, parent conferences, case conferences, and interdisciplinary team conferences.
Performs other duties excluding assessment as assigned by the Director of Speech and Hearing or the Executive Director of Health and Related Services.