Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

About the role

The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant position is a traditional school year position within Wilson School District. This role supports the Speech Language Pathologist with providing direct, skilled speech therapy services to students.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in C.S.T., 504, M.E.T., and I.E.P. team meetings.
• Complete all State and Federally required paperwork within required timelines.
• Provide individual and group speech-language services to students as described in the IEP and 504 plans.
• Become familiar with the operation of instructional equipment and materials as well as office machines for preparing material.
• Prepare quarterly, or more frequent if needed, progress reports on each assigned student to include in the quarterly grade reporting process.
• Complete all MEDICAUD reports and requirements in a timely manner.
• Participate in District training as appropriate.
• Travel between more than one school may be required.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Coordinator, immediate supervisor or site principal.

Requirements

• AA/Bachelor's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or completion of an approved training program as outlined by Arizona Revised Statutes.
• Current licensure from the Arizona Department of Health Services (A.D.H.S.).
• Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• A valid state driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Record maintenance and retention policies and procedures.
• General office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Child development and learning.
• Behavior management.
• Process for developing and implementing IEPs.

Skills

• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Understanding the progression of language development.
• Developing and implementing IEPs.
• Adapting learning environments and curriculum to meet special needs.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Maintaining accurate records and technical documents.
• Interacting professionally with District staff, students, and outside agencies.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating a computer and related software.
• Capable of performing general clerical duties.

Benefits

• No cost (employee only) District paid Alliance Value health plan.
• Delta Dental plan.
• A prescription drug plan.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• No cost employee life insurance and accidental and death policy for $50,000.
• Additional voluntary life insurance policy at a reduced cost.
• 403B and 457C Tax Shelter annuities plan.
• Voluntary short term disability.
• FLEX spending account for medical expenses and/or dependent care.
• Enrollment into the Arizona State Retirement System.

Pay

$16.01 - $18.38 per hour DOE.

Schedule

Traditional school year position.