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Job Description
*Hourly Wage Range $39.97/hr $42.25/hr
Hours per Day 7.0
Days per Year 191
**Shift To Be Determined
CLASS SPECIFICATION
IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
A.: Job Title: B. Classification Level:
Speech Language Pathology Assistant PT6
C. Reports to: D. Working Title:
Director of Special Education SLPA
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
This position conducts speech/language therapy activities with students under the direction of a certified speech/language pathologist and travels between assigned elementary or secondary schools as necessary.
Ill. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts therapy programs and activities for students singly or in small groups that will assist the student in meeting objectives as directed by the speech/language pathologist.
Provides therapy support in classroom as appropriate.
Communicates and relays information regarding students to the appropriate staff.
Travels between schools for therapy sessions; schedules time for direct therapy; plans travel times; checks in with building staff.
Assists with preparation for and implementation of programs for students; assembles materials needed for programs; prepares and updates schedules.
Prepares speech/language therapy files; files district forms; completes paperwork under direction of the speech/language pathologist.
Contacts teachers assistants principals and others for consultation under the direction of the speech language pathologist.
Contacts parents as needed under the direction of the speech/language pathologist.
Records progress and attendance of students; updates plans.
Attends departmental building and IEP meetings.
Serves as a team member in designated regular education/special education classrooms.
Constructs materials for students; modifies materials as necessary and as directed by the speech/language pathologist.
Ensures personal hygiene needs of students are attended to by assigned staff; occasionally required to lift and carry students.
Performs related duties as assigned.
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of nonessential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Associates degree with an emphasis in SpeechLanguage Pathology Assistance or a BS or BA in speech/language pathology with experience as a speechlanguage pathology assistant required.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of developmental milestones and general childrens development.
Experience in working with students with communication learning behavioral and/or physical handicaps required.
Demonstrated knowledge of grammar and English usage.
Ability to articulate clearly.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to establish a positive rapport with students.
Ability to maintain program records and organize materials.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to schedule activities and attend to detail
Ability to be creative resourceful and flexible.
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to follow procedures established by state laws.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and parents.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural and diverse socioeconomic setting.
Certification and Licenses
Washington SpeechLanguage Pathology Assistant certification
Desirable Qualification
Experience working with speech preferred. Work experience with preschool elementary and secondary special needs students preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in both a typical school setting and satellite sites. During the normal work day employee may be required to travel to multiple sites throughout the district in all types of weather and maneuver traffic steps ramps and uneven ground. Must have normal use of fingers hands and arms; ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; and tolerance of occasional loud noises.
FLSA:NonExempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP
JOB CLASS: Professional/Technical WORK YEAR: 191
*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
**Shifts are subject to change
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility. The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31 are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.
RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems website.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Click on the linkhttps:// information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park 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. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood WA: Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student ServicesSection 504/ADA CoordinatorGreg Davis Executive Director for Student ServicesCivil Rights Compliance Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student Services
Employment Type
Full-Time
