SPEECH- LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (SLPA)

SPEECH- LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (SLPA)
Job Title: SPEECH- LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Assistant
Reports to: Special Education Director
Department: District
Stipend Range: Based on years of experience and education
Term: One year with the option for renewal, contingent on funding
Primary Responsibility: Under the direction of a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), assists in providing speech therapy services to special education students under the Individualized Education Program (IEP); maintains records and documentation on students; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides direct speech and language therapy to children and follows documented treatment plans or protocols
• Documents student performance such as tallying data.
• Prepares charts, records, and graphs and reports information.
• Assists the Speech-Language

Pathologist during assessment of students including, but not limited to, assisting with formal documentation, preparing materials, and performing clerical duties for the supervising SLP based on American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), State, and District regulations.

• Assists with documentation as directed.
• Prepares therapy materials and/or equipment for use in classroom and therapy activities. Adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs and abilities for the teacher under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Assists instructional personnel in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Supports the Speech-Language Pathologist in research projects, and in-service training. Performs checks and maintenance of equipment including, but not limited to, augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Assists with departmental operations such as scheduling, record-keeping, and safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Collects data for quality improvement.
• Exhibits compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Operates a variety of office machines, including computers, copiers, and calculators. May work in a variety of locations, including school or district offices. Participates in district in-service training as required.
• Follows district policies and procedures.
• Knows and understands the Mission and Core Values of the district. Communicates effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Employment is based upon identified need; 187 days annually,

EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated semi-annually by the Special Education Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
216 Educator License