Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Position: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Department: Special Programs

Wage/Hour Status Exempt

Immediate Supervisor(s): Supervising SLP and Executive Director of Special Programs

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech and language disorders

Implement a therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program

Work under the direction of supervising Speech-Language Pathologist

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree

Valid Texas Depart of Licensure state license in speech pathology

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of habitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions

Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

Working knowledge of computers, word processing, and software related to field and district reporting

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to communicate well in oral and written form

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to work as a team member

Experience:

Entry-level

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in the Individual Education Plans (IEP)

Plan and provide indirect services as consistent in the Individual Education Plan (IEP and as directed by the Supervisor

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students

Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

Assessmen t

Administer routine screenings as determined by direct supervising SLP

Administer routine tests without interpretation as determined by direct supervising SLP

Consultation

Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, and other professionals to implement classroom activities to improve the communication skills of students not directly on caseload and on caseload

Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits in students under the direction of supervising SLP

Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student under the direction of supervising SLP

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, SHARS billing and other required documents

Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, TDLR rules and regulations, and district/ board policy

Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations

Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment

Provide Therapy and attendance logs as district procedures require

Comply with TDLR rules and regulations as required to maintain a license

Plan and schedule services effectively and efficiently

Collaborate and work well as part of a team

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents. Complete all documentation required for Medicaid and SHARS billing within the required timeline

Follow the A-Z Special Education Operating Guidelines

Admission, Review & Dismissal

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents

Provide Documentation as requested for ARD meetings

Attend ARD committee meetings for and/or with Supervising SLP if requested and in compliance with TDLR

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Tools/Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (body fluids, bacteria, communicable diseases)

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Professional Dress: Dress must be clean, neat, in a manner appropriate for his or her assignment, and in accordance with any additional standards established by his or her Supervisor and approved by the Superintendent. During work hours, visible body piercings (except earrings) will not be allowed.

EVALUATIONS :

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually

This document describes the general-purpose, essential functions, and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The responsibilities listed herein will remain valid until such time as the job description is revised. The employee’s signature below indicates her/his understanding of and agreement to complete the responsibilities and meet the expectations of mental/physical demands and environmental factors as described .