Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
- SPECIAL SERVICES
- Georgetown, South Carolina
- Full Time
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Georgetown County School District
SPECIAL SERVICES - Georgetown, South Carolina
This job is also posted in Georgetown County School District
Job Details
Job ID:5252205
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Jun 24, 2025
Starting Date:Jul 28, 2025
Job Description
Job Title: Speech- Language Pathologist Assistant
Supervisor: Principals; Speech-Language Pathologist
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: 185 days
Job Summary:
The primary purpose of the school-based Speech Language Pathology Assistant position is to provide treatment of students in a school setting (under the direction of supervising SLP), who demonstrate speech and language disability with the goal of helping them reach their maximum performance potential within an educational model of practice.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders and must meet clinical requirements to gain state licensure
Valid SC Licensure/Certification as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
Ability to address a variety of speech/language deficits and ability to effectively meet developmental needs of students
Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
Ability to adapt and modify techniques and materials for effectiveness as needed
Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and recordkeeping
Ability to collaborate effectively with others and SLP Supervisor.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff and administrators.
Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written formats with a variety of constituents.
Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as District Adminstration may find appropriate and acceptable
Essential Duties
Administering and scoring screenings for clinical interpretation by the SLP
Assisting the SLP during the assessment of students (e.g., setting up the testing environment, gathering and prepping materials, taking notes as advised by the SLP, etc)
Administering and scoring progress monitoring tools exclusive of clinical interpretation if (a) the SLPA meets the examiner requirements specified in the examiner's manual and (b) the supervisor has verified the SLPA's competence in administration
Implementing documented Individualized education program [IEP], individualized family service plan [IFSP]) developed and directed by the supervising SLP
Providing direct therapy services addressing treatment goals developed by the supervising SLP to meet the needs of the student
Developing and implementing activities and materials for teaching and practice of skills to address the goals of the student per the IEP developed by the supervising SLP
Providing treatment through a variety of service delivery models (e.g., individual, group, classroom-based, co-treatment with other disciplines) as directed by the supervising SLP
Providing services to students who are selected by the supervising SLP (when needed)
Documenting student performance (e.g., collecting data and calculating percentages for the SLP to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) and reporting this information to the supervising SLP in a timely manner
Sharing objective information (e.g., accuracy in speech and language skills addressed, participation in treatment, response to treatment) regarding student performance to students, teachers, caregivers, and other service providers without interpretation or recommendations as directed by the SLP
Providing training and technical assistance to students, and families in the use of AAC devices
Developing low-tech AAC materials for students and assisting in the programming of AAC devices
Supervisor may assign other duties as needed
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must exhibit manual dexterity to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal workplace levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal workplaces, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Scale - classified 17
Updated: 6/2024
Position Type:Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Georgetown County School District
SPECIAL SERVICES - Georgetown, South Carolina
This job is also posted in Georgetown County School District
Job Details
Job ID:5252205
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Jun 24, 2025
Starting Date:Jul 28, 2025
Job Description
Job Title: Speech- Language Pathologist Assistant
Supervisor: Principals; Speech-Language Pathologist
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: 185 days
Job Summary:
The primary purpose of the school-based Speech Language Pathology Assistant position is to provide treatment of students in a school setting (under the direction of supervising SLP), who demonstrate speech and language disability with the goal of helping them reach their maximum performance potential within an educational model of practice.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders and must meet clinical requirements to gain state licensure
Valid SC Licensure/Certification as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
Ability to address a variety of speech/language deficits and ability to effectively meet developmental needs of students
Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
Ability to adapt and modify techniques and materials for effectiveness as needed
Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and recordkeeping
Ability to collaborate effectively with others and SLP Supervisor.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff and administrators.
Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written formats with a variety of constituents.
Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as District Adminstration may find appropriate and acceptable
Essential Duties
Administering and scoring screenings for clinical interpretation by the SLP
Assisting the SLP during the assessment of students (e.g., setting up the testing environment, gathering and prepping materials, taking notes as advised by the SLP, etc)
Administering and scoring progress monitoring tools exclusive of clinical interpretation if (a) the SLPA meets the examiner requirements specified in the examiner's manual and (b) the supervisor has verified the SLPA's competence in administration
Implementing documented Individualized education program [IEP], individualized family service plan [IFSP]) developed and directed by the supervising SLP
Providing direct therapy services addressing treatment goals developed by the supervising SLP to meet the needs of the student
Developing and implementing activities and materials for teaching and practice of skills to address the goals of the student per the IEP developed by the supervising SLP
Providing treatment through a variety of service delivery models (e.g., individual, group, classroom-based, co-treatment with other disciplines) as directed by the supervising SLP
Providing services to students who are selected by the supervising SLP (when needed)
Documenting student performance (e.g., collecting data and calculating percentages for the SLP to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) and reporting this information to the supervising SLP in a timely manner
Sharing objective information (e.g., accuracy in speech and language skills addressed, participation in treatment, response to treatment) regarding student performance to students, teachers, caregivers, and other service providers without interpretation or recommendations as directed by the SLP
Providing training and technical assistance to students, and families in the use of AAC devices
Developing low-tech AAC materials for students and assisting in the programming of AAC devices
Supervisor may assign other duties as needed
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must exhibit manual dexterity to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal workplace levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal workplaces, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Scale - classified 17
Updated: 6/2024
Position Type:Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Job ID: 482531102
Originally Posted on: 6/24/2025
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