Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

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Sacramento County Office of Education Job Description
Classification Title: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

DEFINITION

Under supervision of Language, Speech, and Hearing Therapists (LSHT), completes a variety of tasks including activities designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication; works with students who have identified speech and language disorders as well as other disabilities; performs related duties as assigned.

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO

Appropriate Administrator

SUPERVISION OVER

None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Any one position may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions within this classification.)

Conducts speech and language screenings, without interpretation, and uses screening protocols developed by Language, Speech, and Hearing Therapists; provides direct treatment assistance to students at various school sites; follows and implements documented treatment plans or protocols; documents student progress toward meeting established objectives and reports information to LSHT; assists LSHT during assessments by assisting with documentation and performing clerical duties including preparing Medi-Cal requests, and Low Incidence orders and completing Medi-Cal billing for students receiving direct therapy; prepares, delivers, and sets up therapy materials such as visual schedules, communication books, and/or equipment for use in therapy activities; programs and troubleshoots Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices; adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs and abilities; assists in maintaining student records, tallying data, preparing charts, records, graphs, and reports; observes and reports significant behavioral patterns or other problems to LSHT; assists in maintaining appropriate student behavior; prepares various teaching materials such as charts, pictures, word lists, and other related items; attends meetings, workshops, and professional growth trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience : Associate of Arts degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders, or graduation from a speech-language pathology assistant program; current registration as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) issued by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board; prior SLPA experience in educational or clinical settings is preferred.

Knowledge of : Speech and language pathology equipment, materials, and procedures; typical speech, language, and hearing development; language disorders and rehabilitation; articulation disorders and rehabilitation; acquired disorders and rehabilitation; terminology related to communicative disorders; learning patterns in children; positive student behavior strategy implementation techniques; education challenges of children with mild, moderate, or extensive support needs; AAC devices and other assistive technology; correct English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar; basic math skills; standard office procedures and recordkeeping; standard software applications including videoconferencing platforms.

Skill and Ability to: Effectively support and encourage positive attitudes and behaviors of students; use a variety of screening tools and protocols; appropriately administer and score screening tools; provide effective implementation 2 of therapy objectives; interact and communicate effectively with children and adults from diverse backgrounds; maintain confidentiality of student information; work independently with minimal supervision; maintain and troubleshoot assistive equipment; communicate effectively in oral and written form; use standard software applications to operate a computer or tablet; configure and operate assistive technology devices; react with flexibility and sensitivity to changing situations and needs; organize and prioritize work; effectively carry out written and oral instructions; maintain cooperative work relationships.

Other Characteristics: Possession of valid California driver’s license; willingness to travel locally using own transportation to conduct work assignments.
 

Salary Pay Range: $36.66 - $46.83 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info: Starting salary is $36.66 hour with 6 annual incremental increases to $46.83 plus benefits up to $1,014.27 per month for single health coverage, $1,639.27 for 2-party, $1,789.27 for family (includes medical, dental, life, vision, and TSA options)

Length of Work Year: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 185 days per year

Employment Type: Full Time