Job Title: Speech Pathologist Assistant                                                   

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to:     Special Education Coordinator                                        

Pay Grade: Admin Pay 2

Dept. /School: Assigned Campus                                                          

Days:  187

Supervises: None

Primary Purpose: Provide speech and language services to special education students according to each Individualized Education Plan. Candidate is under the direct supervision of a Certified Speech and Language Pathologist.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree (in the area of Speech Pathology preferred)
• State License for an Assistant in Speech Language Pathology issued by the state of Texas, or be eligible for a deficiency plan with Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) to be completed in the school district

            Special Knowledge Skills:

• Understanding of the educational model for speech therapy services
• Ability to utilize the district special education software for student records
• Ability to utilize iPad or other technology in therapy

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Implement a therapeutic program to meet individual needs of speech impaired students developed by the supervising speech language pathologist.
• Therapy planning and preparation of clinical materials.
• Conduct/participate in speech and language screenings.
• Maintain clinical log of therapy sessions for each student served.
• Collect data.
• Bill Medicaid for services provided to eligible students.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education and/or supervising SLP within the scope of practice.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.  I have read, understand and attest to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.

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