Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Pool; SY - Special Education

Overview

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Speech-language Pathologist Assistant Job Description

JOB TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

PAY GRADE: In accordance with salary schedule approved by Board (187 Days)

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

DATE REVISED: August 2020

A Non-Chapter 21 contract will be issued for this position

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

To provide speech and language services and appropriate intervention services to eligible students under the direction of a licensed supervisor. To maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by licensed supervisor.

• Minimum
  
  Education/Certification:
  
  
• Bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university (or Bachelor’s degree plus courses required to obtain the SLP-Assistant License)
• Valid Texas license as a speech-language therapy assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  
• Bilingual proficiency as defined by Irving ISD requirements for Supplemental Duty and Pay, preferred
• Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned

• Minimum Experience:
• Minimum of 50 hours of observation and direct clinical service as directed by the Assistant’s License requirements

Program Management

• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in the Individual Education Plans (IEPs) under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Participate in annual Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings if approved by the licensed supervisor and requirements set forth in the licensing board have been met.
• Provide consultation and direct intervention services under the direction of SLP supervisor.
• Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services under the direction of an SLP Supervisor.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Attend speech therapy meetings as directed.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required.
• Administer routine tests as directed by the licensed supervisor when the supervisor has assured proper training and administration of such tests.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules and Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Present a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Comply with all District guidelines and regulations.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality, compile and maintain all reports and other required documents.

• Respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
• Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
• Establish control and administer discipline according to board policies and administrative regulations.

• Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

• Articulate the District’s mission and goals in the area of speech therapy to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
• Demonstrate the use of…