Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

ALTA LOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT DEFINITION Under the general supervision of an ASHA-Certified Speech and Language Pathologist, the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will complete a variety of tasks as prescribed, such as, but not limited to activities designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant works with students who have severe speech and language disorders as well as physical, emotional, and learning disabilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES •Assist in providing student speech therapy services according to Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and treatment plans developed by Speech/Language Pathologist •Assist Speech/Language Pathologist in the assessment of student communication skills •Assist with conducting speech-language screenings, using appropriate prescribed techniques and devices; confer with Speech/Language Pathologist regarding student progress •Document student progress toward IEP goals and objectives by preparing records, charts or other means of documentation •Prepare for use in the classroom therapy materials such as picture cards and games, and equipment such as augmentative communication devices •Adapt or modify instructional materials as determined by student needs for teacher use in the classroom. Inspect, maintain and operate augmentative communication devices and equipment •Position students in orthopedic equipment, as determined by the student’s therapy plan •Observe and control behavior and interaction of students according to approved procedures •Perform a variety of clerical support duties such as maintaining records, files and preparing reports related to assigned students •Drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work •Attend a variety of meetings, workshops and in-service trainings to maintain current knowledge of developments in the field of Speech-Language Pathology •Perform related duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: •Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation •Effective record keeping practices and procedures •Phonetics •Human anatomy and physiology •Normal speech, language, and hearing development •Language disorders and rehabilitation •Articulation disorders and rehabilitation •Acquired disorders and rehabilitation •Clinical methods and procedures •Hearing disorders and aural rehabilitation Ability to: •Deal effectively with attitudes and behaviors of students •Effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written forms •Manage and use time effectively •Select, prepare, and present materials effectively •Maintain student performance documentation •Use a variety of screening tools and protocols appropriately •Communicate screening results and all supplemental information to supervisor •Manage behavior and treatment program •Provide effective implementation of treatment objectives •Operate standard office equipment including computer, copier, fax machine, etc. •Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties •Ability to interact successfully with parents, students, supervisor, school staff, and community agency representatives •Ability to make independent decisions to respond to student requests and needs, and to select appropriate techniques to be used with students EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. Experience: Six months paid or volunteer experience working with children of various age levels with speech and language disorders in a structured environment. Education: An Associate’s degree, completion of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program, registration as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with the State of California. SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATINGS The following analysis entails an evaluation of the “Physical Demands” factors of the job as it exists. This method provides a basis for permitting modification to fit the capabilities and needs of workers with disabilities. Rating Symbol Key: NP = Not Present – Does not exist O = Occasionally – Up to 1/3 of the time F = Frequently – From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time C = Constantly – 2/3 or more of the time STRENGTH: A. Standing33.3% Walking33.3% Sitting33.4% B. LiftingO25 lbs. CarryingO25 lbs. PushingO25 lbs. PullingO25 lbs. 2. CLIMBINGO BALANCINGO 3. STOOPINGC KNEELINGC CROUCHINGC CRAWLINGNP 4. REACHINGC HANDLINGC FINGERINGO FEELINGNP 5.TALKING: OrdinaryC OtherO HEARING: ConversationsC Other SoundsNP 6.SEEING Acuity, NearC Acuity, FarC Depth PerceptionNP AccommodationNP Color VisionNP Field of VisionNP 7.PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATING SUMMARY: Medium Work: 2 (3) (4) (5) (6) (DOL Physical Demand Categories 1 to 6 are very significant to the customary performance of the job if contained in parentheses). 8.PHYSICAL DEMAND COMMENTS: Examples of significant physical abilities are associated with instructing and supervising Special Education students in a classroom environment, e.g., reading, distributing materials, recording information. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS RATINGS The following analysis represents evaluation of the surroundings in which the job is performed. Environmental Conditions must by definition be specific and related to the job. Key to Environmental Factors Rating: NP = Not present in the job environment S = Seldom – Under 5% of work day O = Occasionally – Up to 1/3 of the time F = Frequently – From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time C = Constantly – 2/3 or more time 1.ENVIRONMENT: Inside 95%Outside 5% Comments regarding “Outside work site location” = Playground/fields 2. EXTREME COLDNP 3. EXTREME HEATNP 4. WET/HUMIDS Comments regarding “Wet and/or Humid Conditions” = Water cleaning items 5. NOISE80 decibels VIBRATIONNP Comments regarding “Noise” = Children, bells, school yard 6.HAZARDS: MechanicalS ExplosivesNP ElectricalS Radiant EnergyNP BurnsNP Other Hazard/sNP Comments regarding “Mechanical Hazards” = Staples 7.ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS: FumesNP MistsNP OdorsC GasesNP DustsS Poor VentilationNP Other Atmospheric HazardsNP Comments regarding “Odor Exposure” = Body waste, body odors Comments regarding “Dust Exposure” = Dirt, chalk 8.PROTECTIVE CLOTHING – DEVICES: Latex gloves, back belt (SED), first aid kits, earthquake kit. 9.E. C. SUMMARY: Inside Work: 2 3 (4) 5 6 (7). Numbers encircled by () indicate significant involvement of factors enumerated and rated above.

Salary : $30 - $37