Future Speech Therapist Assistant

Canyon Independent School District; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Canyon Independent School District in Canyon, Texas is seeking a Future Speech Therapist Assistant to support district-wide speech-language services under the supervision of a licensed professional.

The role involves delivering individual and group therapy, documenting progress, collaborating with teachers, and ensuring compliance with TEKS and state regulations. Immediate starting date with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Valid Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology license (TDLR) required.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines for therapy services.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills (email, calendar, documentation)
• Ability to concentrate on detailed work.
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of district personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to students under licensed supervision.
• Plan and implement therapy aligned with IEP goals.
• Monitor student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate language activities in classroom settings.
• Attend regular speech therapy meetings and maintain required records.
• Comply with federal/state policies and district regulations for speech-language services.
• Assist in selecting materials and creating a conducive learning environment.
• Maintain knowledge of TEKS and support campus staff development as needed.
• Complete duties within required timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Job description

Future Speech Therapist Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 4647900

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 21, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Valid Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology license granted by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to speech and language therapy services
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills (e.g., email, calendar, typing, accessing district's systems for documenting progress/FIEs/ARDs
• Ability to concentrate on detailed work
• Ability to communicate and interface effectively with a wide variety of district personnel
• Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders.
• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP) under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
• Maintain current knowledge of TEKS and assist with campus staff development as requested.
• Conduct duties within required timelines.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Paul Kimbrough
• 3301 N 23rd Street
• Canyon, Texas 79015
• Email: [e-mail]