Speech Aide

Sylvania; Copperas Cove (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Speech Aide in Copperas Cove, TX to assist special education speech pathologists in supporting students with speech difficulties. Responsibilities include providing individual and group therapy, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate will have a State Board for Educator Certification and skills in communication and instruction. This is a non-exempt position, working under the supervision of the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications

• State Board for Educator Certification for Educational Aide 1.
• Ability to read and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical needs and personal care.
• Keep the SLP informed of student needs or problems.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Provide individual and group therapy as planned.

Job description

Speech Aide

Hour Status: Non‑Exempt

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Pay Grade: Aide 2 /187 Days

Dept./School: Special Education

Date Revised: 05/2026

Primary Purpose

Assist special education speech pathologists in providing for the physical and instructional needs of student(s) with speech difficulties. Assist in the implementation of highly structured classroom programs, including self‑help, behavior management, and academic and functional instruction. Work under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Special Education and the immediate direction of the licensed speech pathologist.

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.

Certifications, Licenses, Registration

State Board for Educator Certification for Educational Aide 1

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to students, other employees of the organization, and parents.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Assist students with physical needs and personal care for communication deficits.

Keep the SLP informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.

Assist the SLP in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly work area for students.

Assist the SLP in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.

Provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP) as planned by the supervising speech language pathologist.

Collaborate with classroom teachers to improve classroom‑based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

Comply with all regulations and timelines related to Special Education state and federal lines.

Comply with district procedure regarding student data management to include but not limited to maintaining accurate eSPED and SHARS entries.

Effectively communicate with supervising Speech Language Pathologist regarding the progress of therapy goals and needs of the student.

Assist students individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts initially introduced by the teacher.

Operate and care for equipment and instructional material, as assigned by the supervisor.

Perform other such duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Supports the provision of direct therapy and documented treatment plans.

Supports the documentation of student performance, including but not limited to tallying data, preparing charts, records, and graphs and reporting information.

Assists the Speech and Language Pathologist during student assessments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities; however, the aide will work closely with students, faculty, and volunteers.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate (verbal and written); provide instruction; and maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demand/Environmental Factors

Regular districtwide travel; moderate lifting and carrying.

Copperas Cove ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or age in its programs, activities or employment practices.