Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - SY 26/27 - Student Services (11822)

Casa Grande Elementary School District•Casa Grande, AZ

2d•$47,840 - $50,009•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Speech Language Pathology Assistant is done for the purpose/s of supporting the functions of the speech-language pathologist in assessing and documenting the speech, language, and general development skills of students with speech/language impairments and in following a prescribed individualized treatment plan to correct or improve speech/language deficiencies.

Requirements

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License
Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in job related area
Fingerprint and Background Check Clearance
Pre-employment proficiency test
CPR/First Aid
Valid Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability

Responsibilities

Assists the speech-language pathologist with speech-language and hearing screening assessments, examinations, and testing (without clinical interpretation of results) and records speech, language, and swallowing irregularities as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist
Assists with informal documentation and departmental operations, as directed by the speech-language pathologist
Documents or records information on the treatment, performance, progress, and discharge of students, and reports this information to the supervising speech-language pathologist
Executes specific components of a speech and language program as specified in an individualized treatment plan composed by the speech-language pathologist
Follows documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising speech-language pathologist
Implements augmentative or alternative communication methods and instruction, including automated devices, computer technology, and sign language, and teaching their use to students with little or no speech capability or who have limited English proficiency
Performs clerical duties, as directed by the speech-language pathologist
Collects data
Exhibits compliance with regulations, reimbursement requirements, and speech-language pathology assistant's job responsibilities
Performs checks and maintenance of equipment
Supports the supervising speech-language pathologist in research projects, in-service training, and public relations programs