Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Pool (26-27 SY) - Special Education

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

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.

School Climate:

* 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.

School Improvement:

* Respond to needs related to job responsibilities.

* Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.

Student Management:

* 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.

Professional Growth and Development:

* Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment.

* Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

School or Community Relations:

* 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 appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.

Mental/Emotional Demands

* Maintain emotional control under stress and during emergency situations

* Effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from employees, administrators, regulatory agencies, vendors, and/or the general public

* Communicate effectively with medical providers

* Analyze and effectively handle problems involving limited concrete variables in standardized situations

* Utilize fundamental reasoning skills to carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions

* Maintain composure at accident scenes

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

* Numerous interruptions of tasks

* Prolonged sitting

* Occasional lifting and/or moving items up to 20 pounds

* Repetitive hand…