School-Based Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant for the 26-27 school year. The position involves assisting in providing therapy to groups of children and supporting speech-language pathologists in assessments within a school setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Board certification as a SLP assistant, with experience working with children. Travel within the building is common; some lifting and mobility are required. Employment follows district terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field such as education or communication disorders.
• Board certification as speech-language pathology assistant.
• Experience working with children.
• Gentle, non-threatening manner with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing therapy to small and large groups of children.
• Assist in planning therapy activities and in making/coordinating materials.
• Assist in record keeping.
• Assist speech pathologist during assessments.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal and/or superintendent of schools.

Skills

Experience with children

Gentle, non-threatening manner

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (education or communication disorders)

Job description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant for the 26-27 school year. The position involves assisting in providing therapy to groups of children and supporting speech-language pathologists in assessments within a school setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Board certification as a SLP assistant, with experience working with children. Travel within the building is common; some lifting and mobility are required. Employment follows district terms.