Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Salary: $24.48 - $29.75 Hourly
Location : 39139 10th Street East, Palmdale, CA
Job Type: 182 Days
Job Number: 26/27-07/01
Division: Special Education/Student Services
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Summary
THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT AND EXAMINATION PROCESS.

IT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME, WITH LITTLE OR NO NOTICE.

Definition
Under the direction of the Director, Special Education, and under the direction and monitoring supervision of the speech pathologist(s), assists in providing instruction specific to the area of speech and language communication to students identified as having special needs; monitors the use of augmentative communication devices and systems; does related work as required.

Representative Duties
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides direct therapy and follows documented treatment plans or protocols designed by the designated speech pathologist;
2. Assists instructional personnel in the implementation of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs);
3. Works directly with students, either individually or in small groups reinforcing established therapy goals utilizing repetitive drill exercises and practicing generalization/carryover skills;
4. Documents student performance such as tallying data; prepares charts, records; graphs and reports information;
5. Supports the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist in research projects and in-service training programs and/or family or community education;
6. Assists with clerical duties, such as record keeping, materials preparation, scheduling;
7. Exhibits compliance with state and federal regulations;
8. May be required to provide services and to give and receive information in a second language in addition to English;
9. Position may require employees to drive to multiple school sites;
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:

An Associate's degree in a state-approved speech-language pathology assistant training program, or a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders/Speech Language Pathology.
Experience:

One year of paid experience working with children in a structured organizational environment.

License and Certification
Must possess a valid California license as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.

• Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license prior to the completion of the probationary period.
• Ability to be covered under the District property/liability insurance.

Proof of Education
Completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement for the position. Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional agency recognized by the

Employment Standards

Application Filing
Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent electronically by email.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO APPLICATION :

• Official college transcript showing coursework and an Associate's or higher degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• California License as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Examination The examination component consists of a qualifying multiple-choice and oral (interview) exam. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be required to take the exam and are notified via email communication of the scheduled date, time, and location. A valid picture identification is required prior to admittance.


After the exam procedure concludes for this recruitment, an eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. When eligibility lists include open and promotional lists of qualified persons through competitive examination, the promotional list will be used first, unless otherwise stated on this bulletin.

Work Schedule:
This position works part-time at six and one-half hours (6.5) per day, and observes a 182-day work calendar.


Salary and Benefits
The salary rate for a new employee is at the first step of the appropriate five-step salary schedule for this position. The probationary period is 130 work days (not counting sick, industrial accident). Upon becoming permanent, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with future annual advances up to the fifth step of the salary schedule.


Health and welfare benefits for persons whose primary work assignment requires them to work sixty (60) hours or more per two-week pay period, are earned in accordance with the District's insurance program. Click here to view the benefit plan matrix.


Holidays and Leaves Seventeen (17) paid holidays that fall within the work year, pursuant to the District's Collective Bargaining Agreement with California Schools Employees Association Chapter 296 (CSEA).


Sick leave shall be granted in the proportion of daily hours worked. Vacation is earned at the prescribed rate as part of compensation, and does not become vested until after completion of the initial probationary period.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is usually performed in a classroom environment, learning center and in direct contact with students, in direct contact with other staff and the public, with exposure to minor contagious illnesses, with high volume of work and tight deadlines. Incumbent occasionally is exposed to the normal risks and hazards of operating computer-related equipment office.

Optional Second Language Requirement:
Some positions in this classification may require the ability to speak, read and write a second language in addition to English.

Physical Characteristics:
The physical characteristics described in the attachment are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.


For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link:


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Offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, and life up to the maximum district contribution for eligible employees.


More detailed information regarding benefit package eligibility will be presented at time of employment offer.
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The following supplemental questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to the Speech Language Pathology Assistant position. The information provided in answer to these questions may be considered in determining whether you will move forward in the recruitment process. Your answers are required for your application to be considered complete. The information that you provide will be evaluated as it stands, and revisions to clarify the information provided are not allowed. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Overstating your skill level is considered false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills or experience will be disqualified from further processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment.NOTE: All work experience and education that is described or included in your response(s) must be reflected in the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections of the application. A résumé or other documentation to convey this information will not be considered in lieu of completing all sections of the application. Providing incomplete responses or answering "See Resume" or "See Application" may automatically disqualify your application from further consideration. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent? (proof may be required)

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess an Associate's degree from an accredited college in a speech-language pathology assistant program?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in speech-language pathology or communication disorders?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you possess a valid California license as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant, granted by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board?

• Yes
• No

06


Some positions require a valid driver's license and the availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between job sites. Are you willing and able to comply with this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07


Indicate your years of on-the-job experience working with children in a structured organizational environment.

• No experience or less than one year
• One to two years' experience
• Two to three years' experience
• More than three years' experience

08


Indicate your years of on-the-job experience assisting others with speech and language.

• No experience or less than one year
• One to two years' experience
• Two to three years' experience
• More than three years' experience

09


Indicate your on-the-job experience working with the special needs population.

• No experience or less than one year
• One to two years' experience
• Two to three years' experience
• More than three years' experience

10


Indicate the level of your proficiency to perform principles and practices surrounding speech/language and hearing pathology.

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

11


Indicate the level of your proficiency to use knowledge of normal speech, language, and hearing development to assist students.

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

12


Indicate the level of your proficiency to distinguish between the speech sounds of the English language and say them accurately as a model for students.

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

13


Indicate your level of proficiency to maintain treatment documentation and other assigned records.

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

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You have reached the end of the supplemental application. Before submitting the application, please ensure you have done the following: 1) Read the job description and understand the responsibilities of the position applied for; 2) meet the required experience, education, and license and certification requirements listed; 3) clearly state your relevant experience and education on the application; 4) all sections of the application and responses to the supplemental application are complete and thorough; and 5) attach copies of required documents to the application.I have read and understand the above statement and instructions.

• Yes
• No

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