K-12 School SLP Assistant — Collaborative Therapy

Young World Physical Education; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Berkshire Regional School District in Dalton, MA is seeking a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLP/A) to provide services to Pre-K–12 students under the supervision of a licensed SLP. This is a full-time school-year position with a competitive hourly rate.

Ideal candidates will have completed a SLP assistant program, hold a Bachelor's degree, be licensed by the MA Board, and have school-based experience.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a school speech language pathology assistant program or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Experience in school based practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech language services to students Pre-K through grade 12 who have speech and language related disabilities.
• Work under the direct supervision of a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills with students, parents, staff and administration.
• Provide speech and language development services as per the IEP.
• Consult and/or co-teach with classroom teachers and recommend communication systems/approaches, which will maximize student growth.
• Attend IEP meetings as required.
• Provide narrative progress reports on all pupils on caseload.
• Prepares materials and activities for therapy sessions.
• Function as part of a team to help our student develop skills for success in everyday life around effective communication.
• Keeps data for program planning and decision making for students.
• Safeguards confidentiality of student records.
• Adheres to established rules, regulations, laws and appropriate ethical standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state and local rules, regulations and laws.
• Complies with established lines of authority within the parameters of professional standards.
• Perform other duties relating to program as required.
• Assist classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in implementing accommodations and/or modifications for students requiring such supports.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Licensed by MA Board of Registration for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

Central Berkshire Regional School District in Dalton, MA is seeking a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLP/A) to provide services to Pre-K–12 students under the supervision of a licensed SLP. This is a full-time school-year position with a competitive hourly rate.

Ideal candidates will have completed a SLP assistant program, hold a Bachelor's degree, be licensed by the MA Board, and have school-based experience.