What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant position at Folsom Cordova Unified School District?
Application Deadline : January 15, 2025
Work Months : 9.5
Hours : 8 hours per day
Salary : $32.67 to $39.68 per hour
Must meet the following qualifications :
Certification of completion of a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant program
Registration as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the State of California
Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology
About FCUSD
FCUSD is a growing public school district focused on hiring and retaining excellent staff that represent the communities we serve. Our staff are expected to inspire excellence in all students by supporting their social-emotional wellness and academic growth. We work as a team to create welcoming and inclusive environments at our school sites and district office, with a focus on customer service and system improvement. Staff who choose FCUSD will be supported as they learn their job and opportunities to grow as a professional will be provided. Working in FCUSD is more than a job, it is a career.
Job Announcement - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Job Description
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Support Services and the general supervision of a California licensed and credentialed Speech and Language Pathologist, a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant provides instruction and therapy specific to the area of speech and language communication. The Speech and Language Pathology Assistant will provide training and demonstrate the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The ability to Understand and carry out oral and written directions, including behavior intervention plans. Utilize specialized communication systems and devices. Assist in the educational program of assigned student(s). Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward children. Learn and utilize current speech and language methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional setting. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Deal effectively with attitudes and behaviors of students. Tactfully communicate in both oral and written form. Interface effectively with supervisor manage and use time effectively, maintain student performance documentation, assist a Speech and Language Pathologist, & operate standard office equipment including computer, copier, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of :
- Speech, Language, and communication related equipment; materials and related procedures
- Language development, articulation, developmental learning patterns including behavior management techniques strategies for students who are eligible for support
- Management techniques and strategies
- English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar
- Basic arithmetical concepts
- Record keeping and record management
- Student goals and objectives
- Learning problems for children with special educational needs
- Personal computers and software, including word processing, learning and educational software, and augmentative communication devices and systems
Experience :
Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and skill.
Two (2) years of Speech and Language Pathology Assistant experience preferred in educational or clinical settings
Education :
Certification of completion of a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant program
Registration as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the State of California
Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology with a California State license Other : Possession of a valid California driver’s license
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Upon Conditional Offer of Employment :
Salary : $33 - $40
