Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Job Description

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Job Title: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) FLSA: Exempt

Reports to: Program Manager of Special Education Pay Grade: Admin/Prof 2 Assessment and Assigned Principal(s)

Dept./School: Special Education Annex Calendar Days: 187/214

Contract: Probationary/Term Revised: 7.9.2024 Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESPLA) licensed Speech- Language Pathologist. Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology or communicative science and disorders from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathology assistant granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions
• Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language and hearing disorders

Experience:

• Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure Therapy
  1. Conduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist
  2. Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist
  3. Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations
  4. Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist
  5. Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials Consultation
  6. Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students Qualifications Primary Purpose Major Responsibilities and Duties Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Job Description
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     Student Management

     7. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students
     8. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook Program Management
     9. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations
     10. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, board policy, and all district and campus routines and regulations Professional Growth and Development
     11. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
     12. Attend and participate in regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings and serve on staff committees as required Other
     13. Perform other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as may be assigned by the school principal and the Superintendent of Schools None The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant's evaluation is a responsibility resting with the campus- based administrator(s). An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of each school year. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose 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.

     Supervisory Responsibilities Evaluation Work Environment