Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Primary Purpose:Provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or universityValid license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) or Bachelor's degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificateSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditionsKnowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditionsAbility to instruct and manage student behaviorExcellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience:One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experienceMajor Responsibilities and Duties:TherapyConduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologistImplement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologistConduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situationsRepresent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologistConduct observations and prepare clinical materialsConsultation6. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.Student Management7. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.8. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Program ManagementCompile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.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.Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.Other duties as assigned.Other13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/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 non-ambulatory studentsEnvironment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travelMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure