Beaumont independent school district

Job Description

 

JOB TITLE:	Speech-Language Pathology Assistant	CLASSIFICATION:	Exempt
REPORTS TO:	Director of Special Education	PAY GRADE:	ADM	3	/ 187 Days
LOCATION:	Assigned Campus(es)	DATE REVISED:	8/18/2021
FUNDED BY:

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

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

Student Management

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

Program Management

9. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
10. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

Other

11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
 EQUIPMENT USED:

• Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
• Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students

Environmental Demands

• Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.  This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
 

Approved by Immediate Supervisor:	Date:
Reviewed by HR Director:	Date:
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The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.