Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2026 Job Description Job Title: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT Department: Special Services Office Reports To: Speech Language Pathologist FLSA Status / Classification: Exempt Approved On: 04/11/2017 Summary The Speech Language Pathology Assistant is a support personnel that performs tasks prescribed, directed, and supervised by ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Conduct speech and language screenings without interpretation, using screening protocols specified by the supervising speech-language pathologist. Provide direct treatment assistance, including feeding for nutritional purposes to patients, clients or students except for patients, clients or students with dysphagia, identified by the supervising speech-language pathologist by following written treatment plans, individualized education programs, individual support plans or protocols developed by the supervising speech-language pathologist. Document patient, client or student progress toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan, individual support plan or individualized education program without interpretation of the findings, and report this information to the supervising speech-language pathologist. Assist the speech-language pathologist in the collecting and tallying of data for assessment purposes, without interpretation of the data. Act as a second-language interpreter during assessments. Assist with informal documentation during an intervention session by collecting and tallying data as directed by the speech-language pathologist, preparing materials and assisting with other clerical duties as specified by the supervising speech-language pathologist. Schedule activities and prepare charts, records, graphs or other displays of data. Perform checks and maintenance of equipment. Participate with the speech-language pathologist in research projects, in‑service training and public relations programs. Sign and initial treatment notes for review and co‑signature by the supervising speech-language pathologist. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Knowledge of current accepted practices in the field of speech pathology Knowledge of data usage, including collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting Ability to perform multiple administrative functions simultaneously Ability to perform mathematical computations Ability to maintain confidentiality Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies Ability to handle confrontation and conflict with professionalism Qualifications & Requirements Education & Experience: Arizona Department of Health Services License Prior professional experience Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance Computer Proficiency: Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to twenty pounds. Work Environment Indoor school environment. This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with students, staff, external agencies and the public. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Elizabeth Rushton, Special Services Director Special Services Office Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr