Fall River, MA30+ days ago
Assists the Speech Therapist in developing, maintaining and submitting daily long-range therapy plans; Assists the Speech Therapist to effectively manage each group of students while providing for a variety of learning styles and ability levels; Monitors student learning continuously and makes appropriate modifications to meet student needs; Assists the Speech Therapist in integrating technology to enhance student progress; Assists the Speech Therapist in using a variety of assessment strategies to accurately evaluate student progress; Assists the Speech Therapist in effectively using all approved speech language therapy programs; Assists the Speech Therapist, as well as independently provides, an environment conducive to learning; Promotes problem solving, cooperation and conflict resolution strategies through guidance or instruction in order to develop healthy self-esteem in students; Assists in developing and implementing appropriate behavior management strategies that result in a productive, interesting, respectful and safe classroom environment; Assists in applying appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behaviors; Takes direction in instruction from the Speech Therapist; Assists the Speech Therapist in identifying students eligible for services; Additional Requirements. tallying data for the Speech Therapist to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) and reports this information to the supervising Speech Therapist; Assists the Speech Therapist during assessment of students; Assists with clerical duties such as preparing materials and scheduling activities as directed by the Speech Therapist; Performs checks and maintenance of equipment; Supports the supervising Speech Therapist in research projects, in-service training, and public relations programs; Assists with departmental operations (scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment); Collects data for monitoring quality improvement; Exhibits compliance with regulations, reimbursement requirements, and Speech Therapist Assistant's job responsibilities; Works cooperatively with classroom teacher in scheduling students for services; Supportive Roles and Responsibilities.