Speech & Language Resource Assistant- Bilingual

Job Details:

Job Location:

Bruce Guadalupe Elementary - Milwaukee, WI 53204, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: High School, Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Education, The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to support students with speech and language needs in school settings. The SLPA assists in the delivery of direct therapy services, documentation, preparation of materials, and implementation of IEP goals to help students improve communication skills necessary for academic success and social development. UCC School staff are dedicated, compassionate, highly effective, reflective, collaborative, culturally responsive, and committed to the academic and social-emotional development of all students.

Spanish-English bilingual proficiency as a core requirement for supporting students, families, and staff.

• Provide speech-language services to students as directed by the supervising SLP and according to IEP goals and therapy plans.
• Deliver individual or small-group therapy using evidence-based techniques, strategies, and materials provided by the SLP.
• Assist students with generalizing communication strategies in the classroom, lunchroom, or playground settings (as appropriate).
• Collect data on student performance and response to therapy sessions.

• Accurately record data on student goals and maintain service logs in accordance with district and legal standards.
• Prepare charts, records, graphs, and reports to document student progress and therapy outcomes.
• Alert the supervising SLP to any changes in student performance, behavior, or communication skills.

• Prepare instructional materials, visual supports, AAC resources, and therapy tools as needed.
• Organize and maintain therapy materials, communication binders, and classroom communication supports.
• Assist with organizing parent communication folders or take-home practice activities.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to help students use communication strategies across settings.
• Participate in team meetings as requested by the supervising SLP.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with students, staff, and families.

• Follow all state and federal laws related to special education and SLP practice under supervision.
• Operate strictly within the scope of practice for SLPAs as defined by the state licensing board and ASHA guidelines.
• Attend required professional development and trainings as designated by the school or district.
• Attend required professional development and trainings as designated by the school or district.

• Creates a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom climate in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Uses proactive, positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behavior.
• Recognizes and celebrates student successes to build confidence and motivation.
• Fosters a safe and supportive atmosphere where students feel valued and encouraged to participate
• Effectively monitors and supervises students at all times.
• Maintain order of students and class in classroom, cafeteria, hallways, playground, and across the school environment.
• Manage student behavior proactively and respectfully using positive behavior supports across the school environment.

• Model and teaches empathy, active listening, respect, conflict resolution, peer mediation, and restorative practices when appropriate.
• Fosters a safe, supportive classroom…