Speech and Language Pathology Assistant

Salary : $26.67 - $29.36 Hourly

Location : Camarillo, CA

Job Type : IA / SLPA / Bus / FS / Campus Supervision (193 days)

Job Number : 202400023

Department : Special Education

Opening Date : 05 / 17 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Bargaining Unit : N / A

Description

Under the direction of a Speech and Language Pathologist and assigned administrator, assists in providing authorized and appropriate speech and language therapy services for students identified as having special needs in the area of speech and language communication, such as developing pre-language and language skills, vocalization, articulation, oral-motor control for speech production, and use of assistive technology devices for communication.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

A Speech and Language Pathology Assistant must have valid certification as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the state of California.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions :

• Maintain District standards of excellent customer service and professional behavior in various and sometimes challenging situations.

Access and monitor District email daily to receive important updates from school and District administration.

Participate in staff development and in-service training programs as assigned.

Assists in providing speech and language therapy services for students in accordance with their Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and treatment plans, as developed by a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Aides in data collection, planning and assessing student communication skills and appropriate intervention services. Research resources to help students achieve goals, collaborates with other educational team members to enhance, and support student services.

Work with students to complete exercises, drills and assignments designed to enhance speech, language, and articulation skills; assist with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; modify learning activities to meet student needs and individual skill levels; monitor the behavior conduct of students, and clean therapy materials and classroom as directed.

Perform a variety of administrative functions in support of speech and language activities, including preparing, duplicating, assembling, and filing instructional materials; prepare charts and graphs, compile and maintain various logs and student records, document and maintain all Individual Education Program related activities and assigned duties.

Consult with Speech and Language pathologists, parents, teachers, and others to exchange information, resolve issues, and assist in the development of treatment plans.

Attend meetings, conferences and screening activities as directed. May assist with research projects, in-service trainings, and family or community education programs.

Assists in the development or selection of materials that enhance learning and communication skills and abilities. Adapts or modifies instructional materials or equipment as determined by Speech and Language Pathologist and student needs and abilities.

Optimize a work schedule that would involve interacting with various students, parents, and staff at multiple locations.

Maintains safety of students by vigilant observation of environment and potential hazards of student actions; follows all health and safety rules, policies and procedures.

Conduct or assist with speech and language screening using specific protocols developed by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist; implement and follow documented treatment plans or protocols.

Assist with the implementation of therapy treatment plans and remediation strategies for stuttering, delayed language, swallowing disorder, expressive language, articulation, or voice and pitch issues based on assessments and recommendations.

Observe and control behavior and interaction of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; evaluate student progress in a wide variety of skills.

Provide proper examples, emotional support and general guidance to students; maintain a facilitating environment for assigned tasks.

Operate, check, and maintain various equipment and assistive devices commonly used in speech and language therapies.

May be assigned out of class work as prescribed by Merit Rules and Regulations.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to sufficient education, experience, and / or training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Typically, this would be gained through : Associate degree, completion of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program and registration with the State of California, and two years of experience working with special needs population, preferably in a speech and language related area. Successful completion of the Merit examination process is required.

Licenses and other requirements : Valid certification as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the state of California. Valid California driver's license.

Supplemental Information

The eligibility list resulting from this open / promotional certification recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application :

SLPA license

Resume (optional)

Employment Selection and Procedure

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).

Open / Promotional Examinations : Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list. which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the open eligibility list.

Examination Information : Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however, they may NOT be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include :

Supplemental Questionnaire : Pass / Fail

Qualifications Appraisal Interview : 100%

The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for qualifying employees who work a minimum of 878 hours during a fiscal year :

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually

Professional growth opportunities

CalPERS

Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and / or misleading information. The statements you make on this form are subject to verification. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.

Check the certificates and licenses below that you possess that relate to the position.

Select the amount of on-the-job experience you possess working with the special needs population.

Select the amount of on-the-job experience you possess assisting others with speech and language.

Required Question

Salary : $27 - $29