26 - Speech Language Pathology Assistant (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Pueblo School District No 60; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe Benefits

Job summary

Pueblo School District No 60 seeks a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant to support pupils with speech and language disorders under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist within the Exceptional Student Services department. You will help collect data, maintain a daily schedule, and communicate with students, parents, and teachers.

Qualifications include a Colorado Special Services License within 60 days, a Bachelor's degree in Speech Communication or related field, and completion of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field.
• Completion of an approved SLPA program with 100 hours of direct service delivery.
• Colorado Special Services License required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist SLP in assessment and implement therapy per IEP goals.
• Schedule screenings and interventions with students and families.
• Document progress toward IEP goals with charts and narratives.
• Maintain daily schedules and collect performance data.
• Collaborate with teachers and other specialists to support communication goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Technology proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Communication or related field

SLPA program with 100 hours supervised

Colorado Special Services License within 60 days

Tools

Infinite Campus

Job description

Skills

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Work Year: 165 days

Department: Exceptional Student Services

Reports To: ESS Specialist

Salary Range: APT Salary Schedule

Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on Schedule C

Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary Of Functions

The primary responsibility of the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is to work under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist to assist in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services for pupils with speech and language disorders; collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule. Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers, etc.

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. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below 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.

Required

• Valid Colorado Special Services License within 60 days of hire
• Bachelor's Degree in Speech Communication, Speech Language Pathology, or Communication Disorders Speech Sciences with an emphasis in Speech Language Hearing Sciences AND
• Completion of an approved School Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program including 100 hours of direct service delivery fulfilling responsibilities consistent with an SLPA and supervised by a Master's level Speech Language Pathologist OR
• Verification by the supervising licensed SLP that the applicant has the skills and knowledge listed on the Job Posting
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Preferred

• Previous experience in a public school setting

Skills And Knowledge

• Basic understanding of the principles and practices surrounding speech/language and hearing pathology
• Knowledge of the state education code as it applies to general education and the specific accountability of this position.
• Knowledge of treatment documentation methods and privacy requirements for data
• Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions
• Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities
• Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills
• Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus
• Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community
• Ability to demonstrate the communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student
• Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player"
• Ability to be flexible

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist an SLP in assessment of students' communication skills without interpretation. Follows Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and treatment plans.
• Assist and implement speech and language therapy exercises to supplement, enhance, and extend therapy for articulation/phonology, cognition, motor speech, dysphasia, voice, fluency, craniofacial anomalies, hearing and child and adult language.
• Schedule screenings and interventions with students and families. Provide orientation on the goals for interventions and exercises that can be done in the home environment.
• Conduct speech and language screenings generally accepted tests and assessment techniques and protocols that are set up by an SLP.
• Follow documented treatment plans and document results and progress toward the student's treatment and individualized educational plan goals.
• Observe and influence/control behavior and interaction of students according to approved positive behavior management techniques.
• Assist in developing short and long range therapeutic goals and treatment programs to meet students' individual needs. May work with other providers such as physicians, psychologists, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, counselors and teachers in conjunction with individual education plans.
• Assist in the development and/or selection of materials that enhance learning and enhancement of communicative skills and abilities.
• Work and interact with peers, as individuals and/or in team/group settings, in a professional manner that contributes to the District's academic achievement goals.
• Document student progress toward speech and language IEP goals by preparing charts, records, graphs, and narratives.
• Adapt or modify instructional classroom materials to student needs.

Non-essential Duties

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by ESS Administration

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In An 8.5-hour Workday

• R Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O Occasionally (.5 2.5 hrs per day)
• F Frequently (2.5 5.5 hrs per day) C Continually (5.5 8.5 hrs per day)
• NA Not Applicable

Physical Requirements

SittingFrequentlyStationary StandingOccasionallyWalking (level surface)FrequentlyWalking (uneven surface)Not ApplicableCrawlingNot ApplicableCrouching (bend at knees)RarelyStooping (bend at waist)RarelyTwisting (knees/waist/neck)OccasionallyTurn/PivotOccasionallyClimbing (stairs)RarelyClimbing (ladder)Not ApplicableReaching overheadOccasionallyReaching extensionOccasionallyRepetitive use armsFrequentlyRepetitive use wristsFrequentlyRepetitive use hands graspingOccasionallyRepetitive use hands squeezingOccasionallyFine manipulationOccasionallyUsing foot controlNot Applicable*Pushing/Pulling

Maximum weight: 40 lbs. Rarely Lifting/Carrying

Maximum weight: 40 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; daily work schedules will vary depending on student and school needs.

EEO Statement

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, [e-mail], Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, [phone]. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer named herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at [phone], [e-mail]; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1, AC-R-2, AC-E-1, AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

Please note

If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.

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