What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) 2024-25 position at Hollister School District?
Job Summary
Itinerant position. Under general supervision, to assist a certificated Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist (LSH) or other professional staff in providing a variety of speech therapy services to special education students in accordance with Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals; to provide therapeutic remediation in speech and language skills to students with special needs, including activities designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production and vocalization; and to do related work as required.
Job Description / Essential Elements :
SUMMARY : Under general supervision, to assist a certificated Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist (LSH) or other professional staff in providing a variety of speech therapy services to special education students in accordance with Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals; to provide therapeutic remediation in speech and language skills to students with special needs, including activities designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production and vocalization; and to do related work as required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Conducts speech-language therapy and screenings in individual and small-group sessions forspecial education students as developed by the LSH. Conducts documented treatment plansor protocols developed by the LSH. Assists LSH during assessments. Provides support to LSH staff as needed. Exhibits compliance with regulations and reimbursement requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned. Ability to : Assists the routine clerical duties. Keeps and maintains anecdotal notes, charts and records on student progress. Assists LSH with informal documentation of students. Collects data for monitoring quality improvement. Prepares therapy materials and / or equipment for use in therapy activities. Attends and participates in program planning sessions and IEP meetings for individual students as necessary.Assists LSH in providing in-service training to parents and staff as needed. Performs checks and maintenance of equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.Knowledge of : Possess strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills. School and community relationships and community problems, interests and concerns. Experience in working with children who have speech and language disabilities. Ability to deal effectively with attitudes and behaviors of children
Ability to : Understand and respond with sensitivity to the conditions and requirements of special needs children. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships; Work independently and as a team player. Maintain flexibility and utilize sound judgment. Maintain strict confidentialityUnderstand and communicate effectively with children and adults of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. Understand the economic and social needs of low-income familiesConcentrate on current task in spite of distractions in an active, busy environment; Work on more than one task at a timeRead and comprehend handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various equipment and machines. Demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and other office / classroom equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Demonstrate motor skills and mobility sufficient to participate in the educational process. Lift, move, or push or pull cart with light to medium-weight objects such as office / classroom materials and equipmentMaintain regular, steady attendance.
EDUCATION, LICENSE AND CERTIFICATES : High School Diploma or G.E.D. EquivalentPossession of a valid, appropriate California Driver's License. Possession of a valid, Certificate of Completion through a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program. Possession of AA or BA degree in Speech Language and Pathology Assistant, (SLPA) and License approved through the Speech and Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Certificate Copy (Copy of AA or BA degree in Speech Language and Pathology Assistant or license approved)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (3 current letters of recommendation)
- Proof of HS Graduation
Comments and Other Information
The Hollister School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants. For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Title IX Compliance Officer : Kip Ward, Deputy Superintendent; 2690 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 630-6300; kward@hesd.org.
