Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - 23008

Speech And Language Pathologist Assistant (Slpa) Full-Time 182 Days/7 Hrs/Day

5 positions available speech and language pathologist assistant (slpa), under the direction of the speech language pathologist (slp), will work to provide direct instruction for students who qualify for speech/language services under the mn special education speech criteria; serve as a member of the educational team by consulting and collaborating with the supervising slp, school staff, special education team, and other staff regarding services to students; provide direct, and indirect/consultative speech/language therapy services in accordance with a student's individualized educational plan (iep); and adapt school and classroom environments, tools, and materials to improve student communication.

duties:

• meet regularly with supervising slp to coordinate services, maintain timely documentation of services, update student information, and design therapy materials for intervention.
• provide direct services targeting speech/language goals and objectives in student ieps.
• develop lesson plans, prep materials, and make visuals for speech services provided to students.
• provide documentation of student services and progress on goals/objectives.
• assist with due process paperwork: draft end of trimester progress reports, annual iep present levels of performance, and suggestions for skills to target in goals/objectives for review by slp.
• provide indirect services to assist with transitioning skills into general education classroom.
• conduct/assist with articulation screenings, including scheduling student sessions.
• other duties as assigned.

minimum qualifications:

• speech language pathologist assistant license.
• excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents that is maintained during high-stress and crisis situations.
• ability to create and write correspondence and other communication materials.
• strong technology/computer skills.
• ability and willingness to work with students receiving slp services.
• ability to work cooperatively with students and staff; accepting feedback from slp/supervisor while continuing to maintain good relationships.
• ability to travel between buildings during the duty day may be required - work may take place in multiple school sites.
• must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
• ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing an assigned day.
• ability to perform position responsibilities including physical factors, work devices and materials handling, data functions, and people functions.
• must be physically working in the building/onsite.

rate of pay: $31.40/hr. to $34.33/hr. this position is benefit eligible. start date: 9/3/26