Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

Essential Job Functions: Implement, plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP) under the direction of Speech-Language Pathologist supervisor. Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations. Conduct observations and prepare therapy materials. Create an environment conducive to learning that supports the behavioral needs and interests of students. Collect progress monitoring data for students directly served. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required including maintaining special education records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Participate in supervision by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, as required by law and the professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment. Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant's rsum, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.

Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in communicative science and disorders Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage student behavior to ensure therapy delivery Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions Bilingual Preferred

Experience: One year supervised Speech-Language Pathology Assistant experience

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure. Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension. Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel. Period of Employment: 200 Days

Salary: Based on Board approved salary scale for 2024-2025 school year plus Stipend