Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speech Language Pathology Assistant JobID: 6025

Position Type:

Special Education/Pupil Services

Date Posted:

3/10/2025

Location:

North Windham Elementary School

POSITION DESCRIPTIONUnder the direction and supervision of a Speech and Language Pathologist, the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) assists in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services by completing a variety of tasks such as, but not limited to, direct activities with students designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication. The SLPA serves students who have identified speech and language disorders and may have other disabilities as well. The SLPA is expected to maintain data and appropriate entry into the CT-SEDS system. This is a 10 month position.The below lists are not ranked in order of importance nor is it an exhaustive listEssential Functions

Conducts speech, language and hearing screenings, as required

Evaluates and identifies communication disorders of the students.

Provides diagnostic services when appropriate.

Works cooperatively with district/building administrators and specialists providing direction within a team in planning interventions for referred students to and reviewed by the PPT.

Remains current in the field of speech and language and special education.

Attends and/or provides information for teacher/parent conferences

Compile written reports, statistical data, and other required documentation in support of district learning objectives and/or IEP goals of students

Continually assess progress, recommend revisions and/or recommend new treatments or learning objectives for learners

Maintain activity logs, progress reports, treatment plans and all other necessary files required

Comply with the professional, ethical and legal codes of conduct, standards, and practices for Speech and Language Therapists as outlined by the Connecticut Department of Health and the Connecticut State Department of Education

Use mandated assessments, skilled professional evaluations and assessments and other proven supplementary information to evaluate student needs

Interpret findings accurately and convey information professionally to parents and school personnel as appropriate

Serve as a resource to educators, building/district administrators, support personnel and parents on the effects of Speech and Language Therapy and the educational process

Maintain inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies

Properly and accurately provide timely Medicare/Medicaid billing information in accordance with federal, state, and local laws to include the Connecticut State Department of Education

Identify, recommend, modify and/or provides direct services with variance; i.e. receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, articulation, aural rehabilitation, oral motor intervention, auditory processing to meet educational learning objectives

Provides guidance, direction, planning and oversight of SLPA

Develop and/or train professional development and in-service activities for SLPAs

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as a role model

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents

Make contact with the public with tact and diplomacy

Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner

Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships

Maintain a level of approachability by administration and staff

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services

Qualifications/Certifications

High School degree, GED, or equivalent training or education required

2 years’ experience working with students with special needs, preferred

Experience in writing IEP goals/objectives, preferred

Experience with the PPT process, preferred

Experience in working with families from diverse backgrounds, preferred

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director of Pupil Services may find appropriate

Public school experience at all levels, including preschool, preferred

Ability to communicate in Spanish, is an asset

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Organizational and problem solving skills

Excellent public relations skills

Ability to promote learning and classroom management

Proficiency of federal, state, and local laws including the Connecticut Department of Education governing special education

Days: Monday – FridaySalary: In accordance with the WFT contractClick to Apply at:WindhamPublicSchools (https://www.windhamps.org/page/employment) WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.