Speech and Language Assistant - (Level 2: SLPA)

Responsibilities

• Implement speech and language therapy activities and interventions as directed by the supervising SLP
• Provide direct support to students in individual and small group settings, consistent with IEP and 504 goals
• Aid the SLP in preparing materials and activities for therapy sessions
• Collect and maintain data on student performance and progress toward individualized goals
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, staff, and families to support student communication needs
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with district procedures and state/federal regulations
• Support generalization of communication skills across classroom and school environments
• Participate in Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, student support team and any other meetings representing assigned students WITH supervising SLPE
• Engage in ongoing professional development and/or training to maintain subject matter knowledge and explore best practices
• Comply with all Federal and State special education statutes and regulations pertaining to identified students; ensure implementation of all mandated timelines
• Assistance in the preparation of monthly Medicaid billing reports to confirm dates, duration and nature of therapy provided to students on designated caseload
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personal/student and family information
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising SLP or Director of Pupil Services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Special Education or related field from an ASHA-accredited university plus minimum 1+ years speech-language pathology experience AND/OR graduate level student pursuing a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current certification as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant preferred
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with students of varying levels of disability and linguistic backgrounds
• Ability to take direction and receive feedback from a supervising peer
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, boundaries and uphold high standards of ethics, honesty and integrity
• Ability to keep meticulous records and respond to timelines with efficiency and fidelity
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus