Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant: SPED Job No. 26-3302

Job Description

Job Description

About the Employer

VUSD works to achieve the mission of graduating all students by providing academic excellence and CHOICES that encourage unique and individualized learning experiences. We place precedence on imparting a sense of belonging and commitment to community. Fostering lifelong learning lays a foundation for character, work ethic, collaboration and confidence to aspire and achieve. VUSD students are exposed to college and career readiness opportunities that give direction and purpose after graduation. We believe the outstanding talent and dedication of our teaching and support staff enables our students to accomplish great things. At Vacaville Unified School District, we provide an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We value and embrace diversity and believe that it is critical to achieving educational excellence. We are intentionally enhancing an inclusive culture that supports the diverse needs of all we serve. We are dedicated to working together to create a district where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. We welcome and value the contributions of every member of our community, including students, families, staff, and community partners.

Job Summary

The job of Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for assisting speech/language pathology staff in providing speech/language therapy services for students with communication disorders (i.e. delays in pragmatic semantics, syntax, fluency, articulation/phonology) ; executing specific components of the speech language program as prescribed by a credentialed Speech Language Pathologist; and assisting the direct and indirect intervention for students in clinical-educational services for students with speech-language disorders as guided by the speech and language pathologist. This job reports to Director of Special Education.

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Qualifications

Bachelors degree in job-related area. 

A bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree in Speech-Language Pathology OR higher degree from a Board approved SLPA program preferred 70 hours+ of fieldwork experience OR some prior full-time experience performing the duties of an SLPA in a public setting OR some prior full-time work as an SLPA in another state with the appropriate authorization to practice preferred Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Requirements

• High School Diploma

• Criminal Background Clearance

• Tuberculosis Clearance

• SLPA Certification and/or License

Salary

$23.09-$29.45 per hour

Length of Work Year

180 days per year

Employment Type

Full Time

Hours:

6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Additional Information

Application Deadline: Until Filled