Speech Language Pathologist Assistant X3

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist AssistantExemption Status/ Test: Exempt/ ProfessionalReports to: Director of Special ProgramsDepartment/ School: Assigned Campus(es)Minimum Salary: $51,800Annual Work Calendar Days: 187 DaysStipend: 8,000Primary Purpose: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 PathologistBenefits:Why Bay City ISD?Supplemented Employee Medical Coverage starting at $30/ monthEmployee & Dependent Coverage starting at $343/ monthOptional Add-On Benefits such as Dental, Vision, and DisabilityLeave Benefits, personal leave and sick leave daysPaid $15,000 Life Insurance PolicyTRS Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramLEARN MOREQualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree in communicative science disordersTexas license as Speech Language Pathology AssistantSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of speech language disorders and conditionsExperience:50 hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licenseMajor Responsibilities and Duties:TherapyConduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations.Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials. ConsultationWork with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Student ManagementCreate an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Program ManagementCompile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical 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.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneMental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental FactorsMental Demands:Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressureTools/ Equipment Used:Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripheralsPosture:Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion:Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extensionLifting: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 nonambulatory studentsEnvironment:Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel*Supervisors of licensed speech-language assistants must be licensed by SBESLPA as speech-language pathologists. A person with a TEA certificate who is not licensed may not be a supervisor of a licensed speech-language pathology assistant.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.Physical Requirements/Working ConditionsThe work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.