Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Speech Language Pathology AssistantForbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.Employment Type: Full-time (32 hours per week)Base Hourly: $28.85Class/Calendar: C41, 9.25 monthsBenefits: Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurancePerformance Pay: Available annuallyNew Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximumNew Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the positionJob Summary:To provide therapy assistance to Speech Language Impaired students, as defined by the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP); to assist in the assessment of students; and to provide written and verbal input to the SLP regarding formal documentation.One full-time position will require experience working with AAC devices and providing classroom-based services. This candidate will determine the appropriate strategies and techniques students need to enable them to use their AAC systems or devices in order to maximize their communication potential in the classroom. Indicate your interest in this position in your resume under the "objective" section.Key Responsibilities:Provide direct therapy assistance to students identified by the supervising Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) following written therapy plans, IEPs or protocols developed by the SLP (See Arizona Department of Health Service guidelines for SLPAs.)Assist the Speech Language Assistant (SLP) with informal documentation as directed by the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)Document student progress toward meeting established objectives as stated in the therapy plan, IEP or protocol and report this information to the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)Assist the Speech Language Assistant (SLP) in the collecting and tallying of data for assessment purposesPrepare and process record keeping and materials necessary for documentation to convey information to appropriate partiesRegular and on-time attendance requiredPerform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the work unitAssists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public SchoolsRequired Qualifications:Associate's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program that adheres to The American Speech Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) guidelines orBachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders, Speech Pathology or Speech and Hearing SciencesPreferred Qualifications:Documented success working with childrenSkills & Competencies:Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a GraduateDemonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and communityValid Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license issued by the Arizona Department of Health ServicesEnglish language (verbal and written) proficiencyAbility and interest in working with the non-traditional studentAbility to effectively communicate (verbal and written)Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with special education and other district personnelAbility and willingness to participate in professional growth and training activitiesWork Environment & Physical Requirements:Work primarily in public or private elementary, middle, or high schoolsCollaborate with licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), teachers, special educators, and other staffParticipate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings as appropriate (often in a support capacity)Some time is spent doing documentation, material preparation, or data entryMay need to carry therapy materials, books, or equipment (typically under 25 lbs.)Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.