Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in speech -language pathology from an accredited college or university Valid Texas License as a Speech- Language Pathologist Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Special Knowledge/Skills: • Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders • Knowledge of second language acquisition • Intricate knowledge of child development and communication disabilities • Knowledge of various disorders, disabilities, and syndromes encountered in public school • Knowledge of FAPE and IDEA requirements for services in public education • Knowledge of TEA and District eligibility criteria for specialized services • Knowledge of rul es, regulations, and limitations associated with the maintenance of Speech Language Pathology Assistant license • Skills in consultation with teachers and parents • Ability to work well under pressure • Ability to work with diverse populations • Ability to pr ioritize and organize tasks • Ability to communicate effectively (spoken and written) • Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigne d Major Responsibilities and Duties: • Collaborate with the Speech Language Pathology Supervisor in the pre -referral screening process if necessary. Job Title: Speech -Language Pathologist Assistant Contract Days: 187 Reports to: Director of Special Education Dept./School: Special Education Pay Grade: Educator Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: Revision Date: May 2024 Primary Purpose: The school -based speech/language pathology assistant provides services for students with communication impairments using a variety of service delivery models to promote functional communication for these students in their current educational setting and provide support in the general education environment to facilitate the students' successful participation, socialization, and learning.