Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - Special Education
Company: Medford School District (OR)
Location: Medford
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Position may begin immediately or at the beginning of the
2023-2024 school year
This position is open until filled.
*Proof of full vaccination OR OHA Exception Forms are a
pre-employment requirement.
Job Title: Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Supervisor: Speech Language Pathologist/Student Services
Administrator
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Summary: Assists Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) in providing
communication services to children in an instructional setting with
primary emphasis on direct contact with students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: 45 credits in speech language
pathology technical coursework; complete a minimum of 45 general
education credits, and document a minimum of 100 clock hours of
supervised clinical interaction within a practicum. Must meet
current No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact appropriately with
teachers, staff, members of the community and students. Focuses on
solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; Contributes to
building a positive team spirit.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently in English both
verbally and in writing. Preference may be given to applicants who
are fluent in both English and Spanish. Ability to effectively
present information and respond effectively to questions in
one-on-one, small and large group situations to students and other
school staff. Ability to read and interpret documents such as
safety rules, lesson plans or treatment protocols, operating and
maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and governmental
regulations. Ability to write routine reports and
correspondence.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such
as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area,
circumference and area. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra,
geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to
practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to
carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule or
diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several
concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to
use database software, e-mail, internet software, spreadsheets,
teaching software and word processing software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Speech Language Pathology
Assistant Certificate from an accredited program. Certificates as
determined by the District including current NCLB requirements
(paraprofessional certification).
Physical Demands: 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 the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to
walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and
reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to
stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must
regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to
75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and
peripheral vision. Speaking clearly enough to be able to be
understood by others. Identifying and understanding the speech of
another person. Emotional stability to work effectively under
pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.
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.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Employee may be
subject to temperature fluctuations, fumes, odors and dust.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list
of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts,
functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job
description is not a contract of employment or a promise or
guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The
school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job
(or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
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