Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Dickinson Independent School District SPECIAL PROGRAMS - Dickinson, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5853452

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Position: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Department: Special Programs

Wage/Hour Status Exempt

Immediate Supervisor(s): Supervising SLP and Executive Director of Special Programs

Pay Grade:Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed:Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech and language disorders
• Implement a therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program
• Work under the direction of supervising Speech-Language Pathologist

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Texas Depart of Licensure state license in speech pathology

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of habitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Working knowledge of computers, word processing, and software related to field and district reporting
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written form
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a team member

Experience:

• Entry-level

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained inthe Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Plan and provide indirect services as consistent in the Individual Education Plan (IEP and as directed by the Supervisor
• Create 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

Assessmen
t

• Administer routine screenings as determined by direct supervising SLP
• Administer routine tests without interpretation as determined by direct supervising SLP

Consultation

• Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, and other professionals to implement classroom activities to improve the communication skills of students not directly on caseload and on caseload
• Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits in students under the direction of supervising SLP
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student under the direction of supervising SLP
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, SHARS billing and other required documents
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, TDLR rules and regulations, and district/ board policy
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment
• Provide Therapy and attendance logs as district procedures require
• Comply with TDLR rules and regulations as required to maintain a license
• Plan and schedule services effectively and efficiently
• Collaborate and work well as part of a team
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents. Complete all documentation required for Medicaid and SHARS billing within the required timeline
• Follow the A-Z Special Education Operating Guidelines

Admission, Review & Dismissal

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents
• Provide Documentation as requested for ARD meetings
• Attend ARD committee meetings for and/or with Supervising SLP if requested and in compliance with TDLR
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Tools/Equipment Used
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  Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
• Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking and reaching
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (body fluids, bacteria, communicable diseases)
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
• Professional…