Anticipated Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Anticipated: The Amherst Public Schools is hiring for a full time Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to work with students in grade k through 5. The SLPA will work, under the supervision of a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, to assist students with speech and language disorders.

Experience/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implement therapeutic procedures for which qualified, as designated by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.

• Contribute to progress reports and help collect data for Individualized Education Plans.

• Consult with the supervising therapist concerning implementation and status of therapy goals.

• Collaborate with other service providers including general education and special education staff.

• Help develop an awareness of individual student needs and assist the Speech and Language Pathologist in monitoring these needs.

• Instruct individuals or small groups of students with speech and language needs, following a prescribed program.

• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the speech department.

• Prepare materials and assist with other clerical duties, including word processing, typing, filing, duplicating, and recording.

• Possess experience in an agency and/or public school setting working with Special Education students preferred

Possess at minimum, an associate's degree in speech-language pathology from a training program approved by a national certifying body, or a bachelor's degree with a major in speech-language pathology, or a bachelor's degree and a certificate from a board approved speech-language assistant program.