Speech - Language Pathologist Assistant

Job Title:   Speech Language Pathology Assistant               Reports To:   Director of Special Services              
Department:  Special Services                                              Hours Per Day:  7.5 hours
FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt                                                 
Bargaining/Work Unit:  Educational Support Assistant     
Start Dtae:  As soon as possible
Rate of Pay:  $29.67

Benefits: Per the Ed Mn Hastings - ESP Master Agreement 

JOB SUMMARY
 
Under the general direction of the Director of Special Services and guidance of the Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), the Speech Language Pathology Assistant is responsible for providing direct and indirect services to students with speech/communication disabilities, including contribution to and participation in both the intervention and documentation process, in accordance with Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Direct:  None
Indirect:  None
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Student Support
Percent of Time:  95%

• Provides direct, indirect, and consultative communication therapy services under the supervision of an SLP, in accordance with the student’s IEP.
• In collaboration with the SLP, advises on strategies to students, teachers, instructional assistants and others involved in the child’s care for the purpose of providing appropriate care to the student and/or supporting the student’s IEP.
• Adapts school and classroom environments, tools, and materials in collaboration with the SLP for the purpose of improving student communication and facilitating student access to curricular and instructional activities.
• Preps materials and makes visuals for speech services provided to students as needed.
• Assists with transitioning skills into general education classrooms.
• Maintains files and/or records including progress reports and day-to-day documentation for student services; includes documentation required for third party billing for provided services.
• Drafts present levels of performance for review by the SLP.
• Attends building and department meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information and relaying information to the SLP in a timely manner.
• Maintains treatment equipment and supplies in clean and proper working condition.

• Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions to maintain knowledge in areas related to position.
• Stays abreast of changing laws and requirements related to work.
• Performs other job-related duties as requested or assigned.

• Knowledge of current educational issues and best practices.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with students with various speech/communication delays and disabilities.
• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, effective intervention strategies.
• Ability to implement and carry out prescribed speech therapy activities in accordance with IEP and treatment plans.
• Ability to instruct students and families on basic occupational therapy techniques.
• Knowledge of developmental sequencing principles for children.
• Understanding of, and ability to complete, required documentation, medical assistance activity logs, progress notes.
• Ability to instruct students and families on basic speech therapy techniques.
• Ability to apply problem solving processes and creative thinking skills.
• A current working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to work, including the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and the IEP process and the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Knowledge of District policies and procedures, including those related confidentiality and privacy of data.
• Ability to communicate and establish positive relationships with students, parents, school staff, and other agencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer services skills including responsiveness and follow through.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills including listening, communication, and presentation of information.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a manner that builds respect and teamwork.
• Ability to effectively communicate through a variety of mediums, including written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Working independently with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in dealing with children, staff, parents, administrators and other educational professionals over parent and student issues and concerns, and ability to use persuasion, instruction and working with others to gain cooperation and understanding of educational issues/needs.
• Demonstrated consistent and reliable attendance.

• Completion of an A.A.S. degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology Assistant program.

• Experience as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant.
• Experience in a K-12 setting preferred.