Speech Language Pathologist Assistant SLPA

Bethel School District 403

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Spanaway, WA - USA

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Posted on : 11-04-2025

Job Description

Position Type:
Classified/Health Services

Date Posted:
7/18/2024

Location:
SPECIAL SERVICES
(HighNeeds School)

Closing Date:
04/18/2025

THIS POSITION IS FOR 7.5 HOURS PER DAY AT 180 DAYS PER YEAR.
PAY FOR POSITION: PSE Salary Schedule Level 11 $ 32.87

GENERAL SUMMARY
This positions responsibilities are to assist in the instruction of students with communication disorders as directed by the SpeechLanguage Pathologist. Responsibilities vary with assignment but typically include tutoring students in prescribed learning activities assisting students individually or in small groups assisting with school and classroom management and assisting with the maintenance of student records.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Depending upon the individual assignment the SpeechLanguage Pathology Assistant may perform all or a combination of the following:

1. Assists in the instruction of students individually or in small groups in a variety of speech and language learning activities assigned by the SpeechLanguage Pathologist; promotes student understanding of materials presented. Communicates with SpeechLanguage pathologist concerning individual student progress.

2. Assists students in assigned therapy programs to progress toward objectives listed on individual education plan (IEP) goals under the SpeechLanguage Pathologists direction; may locate develop or modify materials for student use. Provides guidance and motivation to students; facilitates mastery of skills concept; promotes completion of work.

3. Works with students who have a variety of speech/language concerns handicapping conditions and/or behavior problems. Under the guidance of a SpeechLanguage Pathologist adjusts methods to meet the needs of students. Communicates with SpeechLanguage Pathologist and classroom teachers concerning therapy and remediation areas; may instruct students in a pullout model or may also work in a classroom setting following the inclusion model in a variety of therapy areas.

4. Assists SpeechLanguage Pathologist in maintaining progress reports; logs information concerning student progress and/or problems; maintains graphs and charts; may maintain records on a computer; assists in completing endofyear progress reports.

5. Monitors student communication behaviors and assists with classroom management; facilitates mastery of social adjustment skills; ensures that students stay on task; addresses student behaviors in alignment with building and district protocols.

6. Records student communication behaviors during the implementation of therapy on an anecdotal record through observation.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

9. Types duplicates collates and distributes classroom materials and projects. Creates posters and charts; designs bulletin boards; operates office and laminating equipment as requested by SpeechLanguage Pathologist.

10. Maintains physical appearance of the therapy area hallways and other assigned areas; straightens chairs and tables; puts away materials after use.

11. Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the speech language pathologist and Director of Special Services. Receives guidance from assigned speech language pathologist or assigned certificated staff.

MENTAL DEMANDS
Classroom and school environment. May experience frequent interruptions. Required to deal with a wide range of student behavior academic abilities and learning styles which may include angry or distraught students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to crouch crawl bend or work in other positions besides sitting or standing. Required to meet externally imposed and inflexible deadlines to include IEPs and other meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience
Valid Washington State SLPA license required.

Allowable Substitutions
Not applicable.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of communication disorders.
Ability to read write speak and communicate effectively.
Ability to learn effective instructional and therapy techniques and strategies for students with communication disorders including those with behavior disorders and learning disabilities.
Ability to keyboard.
Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner.
Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
Ability to organize activities.
Ability to follow and give instructions.
Ability to be fair and consistent when working with children.
Ability to learn the use of computers and software.
Ability to learn the operation of educational equipmment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and students.

Licenses/Special Requirements
Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation abuse injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete training in and adhere to district infection control plan. Valid Washington state drivers license. May be required to obtain first aid certification.

UNIT AFFILIATION
Other Services

CONDITIONS
The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

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NonDiscrimination Policy

Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance / GenderInclusive Schools Coordinator Debbie Carlman 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator Bryan Streleski 253.800.4302; and 504 Coordinator Melissa MunsonMerritt 253.800.2301.All individuals may be reached at this address: 516 176th Street East Spanaway WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR).Information about the nondiscrimination and sexbased discrimination policies and grievance procedures and how to report a concern or complaint:bethelsd

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