Conejo Valley Unified - Thousand Oaks, CA

posted 5 days ago

- Entry Level
Thousand Oaks, CA
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The position involves assisting in providing student speech therapy services according to Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and treatment plans developed by a Speech-Language Pathologist. The role requires collaboration with educational staff and the Speech-Language Pathologist to ensure effective communication and support for students with speech and language needs.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in the assessment of student communication skills
  • Confers with Speech-Language Pathologist regarding student progress
  • May attend IEP meetings for assigned students
  • Presents findings and recommendations as approved by a Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
  • Provides assistance to educational staff as a case management team member through consultation, training, and individual and group activities
  • Documents student progress toward IEP goals and objectives by preparing charts, records, graphs, or other means of documentation
  • Prepares therapy materials and equipment for use in the classroom and including therapy activities such as picture cards, worksheets, and audio equipment
  • Adapts or modifies instructional materials as determined by student needs for teacher use in the classroom
  • Lifts and positions students into and out of orthopedic equipment and adjusts equipment
  • Observes and controls behavior and interaction of students according to approved procedures
  • Utilizes positive restraint techniques according to established procedures as necessary
  • Performs a variety of general support duties such as maintaining records, files, and preparing reports related to assigned students
  • Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, and in-service trainings to maintain current knowledge of developments in the field of Speech-Language Pathology

Requirements

  • Possession of a Speech Language Pathology Assistant License (SLP/A) through the Department of Consumer Affairs or currently enrolled in 12 continuing education units from California Speech and Language Association (CSHA) approved trainings and eligible to apply for SLP/A licensure
  • Knowledge of speech and language development theories and practices
  • Knowledge of language, articulation, and hearing disorders
  • Knowledge of general methods and techniques of individual and group speech therapy
  • Knowledge of principles of child development and behavior
  • Knowledge of operation and maintenance of augmentative communication devices and equipment
  • Knowledge of phonics
  • Knowledge of record keeping and basic report preparation techniques
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations related to assigned program and activities
  • Knowledge of technical aspects of field of specialty
  • Knowledge of correct English and usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
  • Knowledge of oral and written communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of proper methods of lifting and positioning students in and out of orthopedic equipment
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions, including intervention plans
  • Ability to assist in providing speech therapy services for identified students
  • Ability to communicate satisfactorily orally and in written form
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward children
  • Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with children and adults
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