Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (Part Time)

Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in communicative science and disorders Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions

Experience: Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Therapy:

• Conduct 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.
• Consultation:
• Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.
• Student Management:
• Create 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 Management:
• Compile, 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.
• OtherFollow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.