Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant, Huron School District

Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant, Huron School District

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Position:

Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Job ID:

1430

County:

Region 3 - James River Valley

Posted:

April 08, 2024

Contact Information:

Huron School District

PO Box 949

Huron, SD 57350

District Website

Contact:

Darla Halbkat

Phone: 6053536990

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

Position Title: Certified Speech/Language Therapy Assistant

Qualifications:

1.Graduated from an accredited school providing a program for a certified speech/language therapy assistant.

2.Licensed as a Speech/Language Therapy Assistant in South Dakota.

Reports to: Speech and Language Pathologist and Director of Special Services

Supervises: Children birth to 21 years old

Primary Function: Assists in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services by completing a variety of tasks such as, but not limited to, direct activities with students designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication.

Performance Responsibilities:

A. Essential Skills: Other duties may be assigned.

1.Demonstrate knowledge of state rules and regulations regarding special education and related services.

2.Demonstrate assessment and observation skills as delegated by the supervising SLT, which may include: record review, interviews, observations, and behavioral checklists as appropriate in relation to the academic environment.

3.Through delegation by the SLT, administer standardized tests, criterion referenced tests and complete clinical observations. Does not interpret data related to student evaluation; rather engages in planning and identification of problem areas and the implementation of therapeutic activity with the OTR.

4.Effectively communicate with colleagues, families, and students.

5.Demonstrate effective written communication skills.

6.Have knowledge of sensory/motor development, knowledge of speech/language therapy treatments equipment, and techniques.

7.Demonstrate effective time management skills.

8.Be able to travel between school buildings.

9.Demonstrate consultation and collaborative skills with team, families, students, and peers.

10. Establish and maintain appropriate record keeping procedures.

B. Other Skills/Duties

1.Serve as a resource to school staff and the placement committee.

2.Assist with referrals to agencies and specialists as needed.

3.Follow state and district guidelines for writing IEPs, IFSPs and 504 plans

4.Follow through on established treatment plan, carrying out therapeutic and purposeful activities as identified by the supervising SLP.

5.Plan lessons and implement therapies appropriate to meet students' IEP, IFSP, 504 goals and objectives.

6.Perform other duties and functions as assigned by the Director of Special Education, i.e. attend monthly staff meetings, MDT meetings, etc.

Evaluation: The job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as outlined in district policy and/or procedure.

9 Month Position

Career Recognition / Retention Stipend

Classified Staff Years of Service Stipend

5 years of service $250

10 years of service $250

15 years of service $500

20 years of service $500

25 years of service $1,000

30 years of service $1,000

35 years of service $1,250

40 years of service $1,500

Open Until Filled

DISCLAIMER: The preceding description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required.

These may be changed, added, or deleted at any time with or without notice. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside the scope of their normal responsibilities if needed. The Huron School District reserves the right to revise this description at any time.

The Huron School District will not discriminate in any of its policies and programs on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, marital status, or disability, and will not violate any provisions of applicable federal programs, statutes or regulations (e.g., Title IX, Title I, Rehabilitations Act, Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA] Section 504). Veterans will receive preferential consideration, as per state law, in our hiring practices.

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