Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted: 4/11/2026 Location: District-Wide Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year Primary Purpose Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Qualifications Education/Certification: Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or Bachelor's degree Valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions Ability to instruct and manage student behavior Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Proficient use of computer Experience: One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience Major Responsibilities and Duties Therapy Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services. Assessment Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services. Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements by interpreting observations or data. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. Consultation Counsel and involve parents in remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand communication deficits in students. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student. Student Management Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. #J-18808-Ljbffr