Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Pool (26-27 SY) - Special Education

Irving ISD•Irving, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide speech and language services and appropriate intervention services to eligible students under the direction of a licensed supervisor. To maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by licensed supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university (or Bachelor’s degree plus courses required to obtain the SLP-Assistant License)
Valid Texas license as a speech-language therapy assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Minimum of 50 hours of observation and direct clinical service as directed by the Assistant’s License requirements
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency as defined by Irving ISD requirements for Supplemental Duty and Pay, preferred
Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders

Responsibilities

Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in the Individual Education Plans (IEPs) under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
Participate in annual Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings if approved by the licensed supervisor and requirements set forth in the licensing board have been met.
Provide consultation and direct intervention services under the direction of SLP supervisor.
Participate in determining student progress and readiness to termination of therapy services under the direction of an SLP Supervisor.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
Attend speech therapy meetings as directed.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required.
Administer routine tests as directed by the licensed supervisor when the supervisor has assured proper training and administration of such tests.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules and Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Present a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
Comply with all District guidelines and regulations.
Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
Maintain confidentiality, compile and maintain all reports and other required documents.
Respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
Establish control and administer discipline according to board policies and administrative regulations.
Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
Articulate the District’s mission and goals in the area of speech therapy to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
Maintain emotional control under stress and during emergency situations.
Effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from employees, administrators, regulatory agencies, vendors, and/or the general public.
Communicate effectively with medical providers.
Analyze and effectively handle problems involving limited concrete variables in standardized situations.
Utilize fundamental reasoning skills to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
Maintain composure at accident scenes.
Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidents immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.