This position is Open Until Filled after 5 day mandatory posting window.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech voice or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program under the direction of a licensed supervisor. Maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by licensed supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education Certification Bachelors degree in speech therapy communication disorders a licensed supervisor or supervisors on record with the licensing bureau and Current license assistant in speech pathology in the state of Texas
Special Knowledge Skills Knowledge and skills in the area of speech pathology including intervention techniques Ability to interpret data Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions Ability and willingness to assess and instruct students with disabilities and manage student behaviors Excellent organizational communication both written and oral and interpersonal skills Ability to problem solve effectively Must be able to provide therapy to students under the direction of supervisor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Tools Equipment Used Standard testing equipment Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture Frequent sitting kneeling squatting bending tooting pushing pulling and twisting
Motion Frequent walking graspingsqueezing wrist flexionextension
Lifting Regular light lifting and carrying under 15 pounds occasional heaving lifting 45 pounds or more and positioning of students with physical disabilities controlling behavior through physical restraint assisting nonambulatory students.
Environment Exposure to biological hazards bacteria and communicable diseases requires in district travel Mental Demands Work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under pressure learn and apply new skills and training efficiently Regular attendance is an essential function.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Must have completed required practicum to receive Texas license as an assistant in Speech Pathology.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Implement Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.) goals and objectives for eligible students as designed by supervisor. Implement appropriate therapy techniques with identified students including provision of augmentative communication techniques with students identified with such needs with training and support of supervisor. Schedule time periods for therapy intervention during school hours in accordance with the time recommended on each I.E.P. and within State Board of Education Guidelines. Schedule planning documented conference time periods in accordance with State and Federal Guidelines. An uninterrupted planning time for therapy activities of 45 minutes a day should be implemented per AISD policy.
Participate in the Admission Review and Dismissal Committee meetings if appropriate with supervisor or as provided for in licensing regulations. Attend appropriate staff development activities to increase skills in the area of speech therapy as needed and as approved by principal. Maintain accurate legible properly updated and properly filed records including eligibility folders I.E.P. updates and PEIMS reporting as directed by supervisor. Document contacts with parents and/or staff. Maintain daily lesson plans based on each students I.E.P. goals and objectives and submit to supervisor/principal upon request. Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings and staff development. Maintain accurate daily therapy session documentation to be used in determining student progress and SHARS billing. Follow all regular procedures of the district and the individual campus in regard to leave time absences in-service days and duties. Follow all local state and federal guidelines for special education. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible. Maintain confidentiality. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None - The licensed assistant in speech pathology will be supervised by a licensed speech pathologist licensed in the state of Texas in accordance with the rules and regulations of the licensing board.