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Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - Connors Elementary SchoolLewiston Public Schools • Lewiston, Maine, United States
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Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - Connors Elementary School

Lewiston Public Schools
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    Lewiston, Maine, United States
  • US
    Lewiston, Maine, United States
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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant This role is a member of a special education team that will work in a public school building providing speech therapy to students who access special education services. The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) will work under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) to assist in the carryover and implementation of treatment programs, and care of individuals with communication disorders. The primary role of an SLPA is to support speech-language pathologists in their work, implementing therapy plans and carrying out specific tasks that help patients improve their speech, language, and functional communication. This role offers opportunity for leadership and collaboration across disciplines in order to best support students. Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 15 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more! Pay Range: $30 - $35 per hour Essential Duties and Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. SLPAs will:
Work with students to carry out therapy sessions designed by the SLP, following specific instructions and guidelines to target speech and language goals. Work directly with individuals, especially under supervision, to help with speech exercises, articulation drills, language comprehension, device programming, functional communication training, aided language modeling, or fluency improvement. Assist in documenting student progress, tracking improvements, and note any changes in behavior or response to treatment - sharing with the supervising SLP for review. Help maintain a structured, positive, and focused environment during therapy, ensuring clients remain engaged and motivated. Help in preparing materials and equipment for therapy sessions, including language games, exercises, and educational tools.
Course of Year & Schedule This is a full time role working following the Lewiston Public School Year Calendar Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises students during therapy sessions. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Certification as Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Fingerprinting and certification through Department of Education Benefits: 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off 15 Paid Holidays Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Other Skills and Abilities, Physical Demands and Work Environment See program specific handbook
  • Lewiston, Maine, United States

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  • English
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