SLP-A

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education
FAIR LABOR STANDARD ACT: Non-Exempt
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Support
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 months
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelors within the field of Communicative Disorders
• Valid professional license as an SLPA in the state of Missouri, or the ability to obtain upon hire
• Minimum of 100 hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent
• Solid understanding of speech and language development
• Knowledge of learning problems of students with special education needs
• Knowledge of student behavior management techniques and strategies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

JOB SUMMARY:
The position of Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) was established for the purpose(s) of conducting various tasks/treatment interventions to assist students with speech and language disorders, under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist.
REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS:

• Be punctual and have consistent and regular attendance.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social and physical needs, as well as their education needs.
• Supports the mission of the Webb City R-7 School District.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students; safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times.
• Be warm and nurturing with students.
• Be customer service oriented and professional.
• Provide excellent customer service according to the standard of the District.
• Works to meet goals of the department and District with a spirit of cooperation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The duties of the Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students and follows documented treatment plans or protocols
• Learn and utilize current speech-language methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional setting
• Document and maintain student performance records
• Assist the licensed SLP with speech, language and hearing screenings
• Provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices
• Prepare therapy materials and/or equipment
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment for therapeutic purposes
• Work independently
• Adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs and abilities for teacher
• Assists instructional personnel in the implementation if Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Supports the SLP in research projects and in-service trainings
• Exhibits compliance with state and federal regulations
• May work in a variety of locations, including school or District offices
• Participates in District in-service training as required
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions, including intervention plans
• Exercise independent judgment and problem-solving skills related to specific areas of responsibility
• Work successfully with diverse groups of people
• Ability to be flexible and receptive to change
• Display the ability to work to implement the vision and mission of the District
• Conference with parents and school staff on a regular basis
• Models positive behavior for students (i.e. inter-personal communication, processes, social interactions, etc.) for the purpose of providing educational and life skills training
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress and appropriate professional manner for the work setting
• Demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills
• Adhere to good safety practices
• Ability to understand and adhere to all District rules, regulations and policies
• All other duties as required or assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• stand, walk, sit and talk/hear;
• occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl;
• occasionally push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs; and
• be able to see, including close, distance and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.