Speech/Language Pathology Assistant - 2024-2025

SUBJECT: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND INTERVENTION SERVICES ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE: This individual is accountable for providing support to students ages 3 to 22 with a variety of communication disorders under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. A supervising Speech-Language Pathologist is defined as a Speech-Language Pathologist licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Division of Professional Licensure, Board of Registration in Speech-Language Pathology, in good standing, who has been practicing for at least two years following licensure). PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (to be included along with other responsibilities) The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant may perform the following tasks under the supervision of the licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and is responsible for: 1. Assisting with speech-language screenings (without interpretation) 2. Assisting with informal documentation as directed by the supervisor 3. Following documented treatment plans of protocols developed by the supervisor 4. Providing direct speech-language services for students on IEPs and 504. 5. Documenting student performance (e.g., tallying data for the Speech-Language Pathologist to use, preparing charts, records, and graphs) and reporting this information to the supervisor 6. Preparing quarterly progress notes of student progress towards IEP goals to be reviewed by the supervisor and held in student records 7. Assisting the Speech-Language Pathologist during assessment of students 8. Assisting with clerical duties such as preparing materials and scheduling activities as directed by the supervisor 9. Performing checks and maintenance of equipment 10. Collecting data for monitoring quality improvement. 11. Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability. 12. Performance of other job-related duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. MA Speech-Language Pathology Assistant license issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Division of Professional Licensure, Board of Speech-Language Pathology. 2. BA Degree PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Experience working with students of varying ages and with varying needs and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with Speech-Language Pathologist, teachers and other school personnel. 3. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs 4. Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Twi or an African Language WORK YEAR: School year. SALARY: $55,947.00 to $65,240.00 annually TO APPLY: Any person interested in this position must submit a resume, cover letter, and answer all questions on-line at www.worcesterschools.org. This information must be submitted on-line Please make sure you resume, including cover letter, contact information and certifications is up to date and able to access. Your certifications are essential in us verifying you meet the qualifications for this position.

Salary : $50,195 - $60,939