Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speech Language Pathology Assistant JobID: 2360

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted:

5/28/2024

Location:

All Schools

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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

186 days school year position starting August 21, 2024.

Non-exempt- 7 hours per day plus a half hour unpaid lunch.

JOB TITLE: Speech Language Pathology Assistant-Districtwide starting 24/25 School Year

REPORTS TO: School Principal and Special Education Dean, supervised by SLP

District-wide position with the potential to support students grades preschool-12, determined based on applicants' skillset and district needs

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Speech-Language Assistant will carry out the treatment of a student which has been designed by the Speech-Language Pathologist after the SLP has assessed the student, developed the treatment plan, and initiated treatment.

QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED):

• Associates Degree, or completion of state approved speech/language pathologist assistant program or bachelor's degree in speech-language specialist or Communication Disorders, preferred

• Appropriate licensure in the state of New Hampshire from the Office of Allied Health professionals as speech/language assistant.

• Comply with the Standards for Ethical and Professional Performance established by the State Board of Education

• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member, well organized and flexible

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• To work alongside and assist the Speech-Language Pathologist as assigned in individual and group sessions, in both the regular education setting and special education setting.

• Provide services to students independently as assigned by the Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Document the performance of students receiving speech/language pathology services. Collect data for monitoring quality improvement in the delivery of speech/language pathology services.

• On a daily basis, maintain a record of students served; complete Medicaid records as necessary.

• Assist the Speech/Language Pathologist in maintaining progress reports for student files. Complete other clerical duties related to the delivery of speech/language pathology services as assigned by the Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Report to and be formally supervised by a Speech/Language Pathologist.

• Consult with professional colleagues as directed by a Speech/Language Pathologist.

• Comply with all supervisory and ethical standards of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).

• Set professional goals and complete all required professional development training.

• Carefully observe and report changes that may require modification of the treatment plan.

• Maintain student confidentiality and ethical standards of conduct.

• Assist with Childfind screenings under the supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Observe, record, and report specific student behaviors in a group or individual speech therapy lesson.

• Assist students with learning aids or other communication devices, assistive technology/equipment.

• As needed and requested by the SLP, consult with classroom teachers, parents, specialists and other therapists regarding programming for students.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend staff meetings when appropriate

• Other duties as assigned by the building and district administration

FT school year position- 186 DAYS