Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Venus Independent School District Special Education - Venus, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , and Venus Independent School District Job Details Job ID: 5217624 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Job Title: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Professional Reports to: Director of Special Education Date Revised: 06-05-2025 Dept./School: District Primary Purpose: Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licensed Speech-Language Pathologist or Texas Education Agency Certified Speech Therapist. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in communicative science and disorders Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions Experience: Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure Major Responsibilities and Duties: Therapy Conduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist. Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist. Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student’s newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations. Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist. Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials. Consultation Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Student Management Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Program Management Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Other Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $52,225 to $77,801 Per Year Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Kelly Pieterse , Director of Special Education Special Education Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Venus Independent School District