Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speech-Language Pathology ServicesPrimary Purpose: Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESPLA) licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.TherapyConduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations.Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials.ConsultationWork with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.Student ManagementCreate an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students.Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Program ManagementCompile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in communicative science and disordersTexas license as Speech-Language Pathology AssistantExperience: fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required licensureSalary: Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide.Days Employed: 187Supervisory Responsibilities: None.