Speech and Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)-Tustin

Job Description

The Speech and Language Pathology Assistant will provide direct treatment to a wide variety of identified students under the supervision of a licensed Speech Language Pathologist. The SLPA must have experience in a school setting as well as with AAC devices.

Scheduled work hours are 8 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm, Monday -Friday.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow and implement documented treatment plans as outlined by each student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Document student progress toward meeting established objectives, and report the information to a supervising Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Assist a Speech Language Pathologist during assessments, including, but not limited to, assisting with formal documentation, preparing materials, and performing clerical duties.
• Schedule activities and prepare charts, records, graphs and data.
• Assist with Speech Language Pathology research projects, in-service training, and family or community education.
• Participate in team meetings relevant to supporting the student with identified special needs within the school or community environment.
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment, including, but not limited to augmentative communication devices.
• Participate in the routine management / clean-up of the speech and language materials and therapy rooms.
• Collaborate and communicate with other team members of the educational team.
• Maintain continuing professional development requirement per the State of California licensing board.
• Other duties as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS