Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Pilot Point Independent School District Pilot Point Independent School District - Pilot Point, Texas

Primary Purpose:

Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licensed Speech-Language Pathologist or Texas Education Agency Certified Speech Therapist.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in communicative science and disorders

Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions

Experience:

Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Therapy:

1. Conduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
2. Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
3. Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations.
4. Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
5. Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials.

Consultation:

1. Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.

Student Management:

1. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students.
2. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Program Management:

1. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
2. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
3. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Other:

1. Comply with all Pilot Point ISD policies, procedures, and safety protocols

Position Type: Full-time Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

• Valerie Wall
• 829 S Harrison St
• Pilot Point, Texas 76258
• Phone: (940) 686-8700
• Email: vwall@pilotpointisd.com