Speech Language Pathologist Assistant PreK-12

Open until filled. The goal of the Speech Language pathology Assistant (SLP-A) is to assist Speech Language Pathologists to provide speech and/or language services in the school setting for students who have been identified as having speech and/or language disabilities which interfere with the childs ability to derive benefit from the educational program.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelors degree in Communication Disorders, Communication Science or Speech Pathology preferred. We may consider a candidate with equivalent preparation (defined as 21 hours in five speech/language areas, 25 hours of observation and 25 hours of clinical assisting or practicum.)

Certification: Eligible for Substitute Teaching Certificate, with MO Teaching certificate preferred.

Other: Effective human relations and communication skills.

Preferred: See above or undergraduate degree in special education.

Ideal Candidate: Bachelors degree in Communication Disorders, Communication Science or Speech Pathology preferred.

Terms of Employment:

1.0 FTE

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, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Speech Language Pathologist with the implementation of IEPs, screening and documenting progress; and other activities such as early intervening services and language-literacy activities with non-disabled students.
• Conferences with parents and school staff on a regular basis.
• Complies with all district rules, regulations and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.