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Speech Language Pathologist AssistantSterling High School DistrictSterling, Virginia, United States
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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Sterling High School District
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    Sterling, Virginia, United States
  • US
    Sterling, Virginia, United States

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Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) RE-1 Valley School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to support speech and language services for students. The SLPA works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to assist in providing therapy services that support student communication development and academic success. This position plays an important role in helping students strengthen speech, language, and communication skills in a supportive educational environment. Reports To: Director of Student Services and Building Principals Salary & Category: Starting $46,634.19 on Teacher Salary Schedule FLSA Status: Exempt Work Calendar: 177 scheduled working days (8 hours/day), 4-day school week FTE: 1.0 Full-Time with benefits Job Summary: Apply principles, methods, and procedures for an analysis of speech and language comprehension and production to determine communicative competencies. Provide intervention strategies and services related to speech and language development and literacy development as well as disorders of language, voice, articulation and fluency, and functional communication that adversely affect an individual's educational performance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate with professionals to observe, plan, implement, monitor, and facilitate the generalization of oral and written communication skills. Use research-based and technically sound practices to drive decision-making and interventions; and collaborate with school personnel in order to develop and modify student intervention strategies. Use a variety of service delivery options and evidence-based practices and facilitate generalization of communication skills. Manage time, organize material, and communicate with school teams and building and central administrators to effectively manage individual student programs; engage in problem-solving processes with school-based teams. Monitor individual progress towards measurable goals and objectives. Share knowledge with individuals and groups concerning communication, language and literacy development. Advocate for the individual's communication needs across a variety of settings. Develop and/or participate in professional enrichment activities to maintain a high standard of service delivery. Participate in or utilize specialized services to provide better programming for individuals with complex needs. Complies with Student Support Services and district policies and procedures (e.g., accident reporting). Provide direct and indirect interventions/therapy to students according to their special education Individualized Education Program (IEPs).
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech and Hearing Sciences, or a closely related field Eligible for or holding a Colorado Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) authorization Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Working Conditions: Work in classroom, therapy, and small group environments Travel between district buildings may be required Frequent collaboration with multidisciplinary teams Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and the Colorado Teacher Evaluation System. Essential Physical Requirements: see attached link Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Application and Selection Procedure: Candidates: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/re1valley/onlineapp Completed and submitted online application. A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position. A current, professional resume. Three current professional letters of reference. If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado. Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. Benefits & Eligibility: RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:
Employer-paid health insurance. Optional dental and vision insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance Flexible Spending Plans Retirement Savings Plans
Follow helpful link below for more insurance information Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Additional Notation: All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website. RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools and two preschools and serves approximately 1,910 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday). RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations and interaction among students, parents and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information including updated job postings and salary schedules. Caliche Elementary and Caliche Jr/Sr High School, located outside Iliff, CO, are a part of RE-1 Valley School District. The District Administration Center is located in Sterling, CO (Logan County) in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 13,900, in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, access to medical care and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the Front Range (I-25 corridor). RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
  • Sterling, Virginia, United States

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