Speech Language Pathology Assistant - Short Term Coverage

LEARN Behavioral•Buckeye, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

LEARN Academy is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant for a short-term leave coverage in Buckeye, AZ. This position offers full-time hours from mid-October through mid-January, with local Clinical Manager support. LEARN Academy is a nationwide provider of special education services to schools, partnering with them to improve the quality and efficiency of services for children with special needs. They offer flexible solutions grounded in evidence-based practices focused on positive student outcomes. As a School-Based Speech Language Pathology Assistant, you will support students with communication needs, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based interventions. You will work across school settings with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers, assisting in evaluating student needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress toward IEP goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's in speech-language pathology
Maintain license per ASHA requirements
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint card
Presently eligible to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Assist the SLP in conducting speech and language screenings using established protocols without interpretation.
Implement speech and language therapy activities designed by the SLP that align with students' IEP goals and educational needs.
Collaborate with classroom teachers to support the integration of speech and language strategies into the educational curriculum.
Prepare therapy materials and equipment for use in classroom and therapy activities as determined by student needs.
Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and report this information to the supervising SLP.
Maintain accurate records of student assessments, interventions, and progress.
Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to stay current with best practices in school-based speech-language pathology.
Assist in organizing classroom activities by preparing educational materials and creating an orderly learning environment.
Support early intervening services by participating in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) initiatives under SLP guidance.
Use assistive technology devices for communication as directed by the SLP.