Speech and Language Assistant cc632

TIMBERLANE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- SAU #106

POSITION TITLE: Speech Language Assistant (SLA) Date: 6-10-26 Reports to: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Supervises: N/A Affiliated Position: TCSU Terms of Employment: 184 days, Non Exempt SCOPE: The Speech-Language Assistant will carry out the treatment of a student which has been designed by the Speech-Language Pathologist after the SLP has assessed the student, developed the treatment plan, and initiated treatment. POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide speech language therapy services to students evaluated and recommended by the registered speech language pathologist.
• To carefully observe and report changes that may require modification of the treatment plan.
• To assist with Childfind screenings under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• To observe, record, and report specific student behaviors in a group or individual speech therapy lesson.
• To assist students with learning aids or other communication devices.
• To assist with other clerical responsibilities associated with the implementation of treatment of students.
• Consult and coordinate activities with classroom teachers and specialists.
• Prepare and conduct appropriate therapeutic activities for students in individual and group therapy.
• Provide input in the development of an Individual Education Plan and 504 Plan goals and objectives.
• Maintain progress records of all students assigned.
• Provide quarterly Individual Education Plan updates, progress reports and attend progress review meetings as instructed by administration.
• Observe non-coded students to gather information for the supervisor as to whether further assessment is necessary.
• Provide and/or create individualized instructional materials, i.e. worksheets that have been recommended by the speech language pathologist.
• Participate in the supervision of students as assigned by an administrator.
• Enforce school/district policies and procedures.
• Implement behavioral sequences and interventions.
• Apply physical restraint techniques as necessitated by the students' behavioral plans with training by appropriate personnel.
• Assist in the development and utilization of instructional materials and space.
• Complete daily Medicaid forms and other related paperwork.
• Document/report student(s) data as requested.
• Attend and participate in relevant training sessions, meetings and professional growth activities as requested and/or required. Maintains confidentiality of information.
• Must comply with all Timberlane School District policy and building / department rules, procedures, practices, and objectives.
• Maintains confidentiality of information.
• Performs all duties in a professional and appropriate manner while interacting with students, parents, faculty, administration, and co-workers.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communications Sciences and Disorders, or Communications Disorders. Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work with students; general knowledge of child development; ability to follow and take data related to treatment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Certified as an SLA by the NH Office of Professional Licensure. Valid state Driver's License and access to transportation if needed for district wide travel.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: Primary Physical Requirements: (Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1. Lift up to 10 lbs: Occasionally required
2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely required
3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs: Not required
4. Lift over 50 lbs: Not required
5. Carry up to 10 lbs: Occasionally required
6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely required
7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Not required
8. Carry over 50 lbs: Not required
9. Reach above shoulder height: Occasionally required
10. Reach at shoulder height: Occasionally required
11. Reach below shoulder height: Occasionally required
12. Push/Pull: Rarely required

Hand Manipulation: (Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1. Grasping: Frequently required

2. Handling: Frequently required

3. Torquing: Not required

4. Fingering: Frequently required

5. Controls and Equipment: Computer, telephone, copy and FAX machine.

Other Physical Consideration: (Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1. Twisting: Occasionally required

2. Bending: Occasionally required

3. Crawling: Occasionally required

4. Squatting: Occasionally required

5. Kneeling: Occasionally required

6. Crouching: Occasionally required

7. Climbing: Occasionally required

8. Balancing: Occasionally required Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s):

9. Talking Necessary for communicating with others.

10. Hearing Necessary for receiving instructions and inquiries.

11. Sight Necessary for doing job effectively and correctly.

12. Tasting and Smelling Not required

Summary of Occupational Exposures: Classroom. Occasional physical contact with children including physical contact needed for restraint of children. Possible exposure to bodily fluids.

Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check required by state law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

• External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.