Speech Lang Pathologist Asst

Douglas County School District; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

403(b) plan

457 plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to support the Speech and Language Pathologist in delivering interventions for students with disabilities. You will help with materials, data collection, and documentation, while collaborating with SPED staff to implement IEP plans.

The role requires SLPA certification, First Aid & CPR, and a Bachelor's degree related to communication disorders or speech pathology.

Qualifications

• SLP aide must have valid certifications in First Aid & CPR and SLPA certification.
• Degree in communication disorders or speech pathology required.
• Eligible for Medicaid documentation responsibilities and IEP support.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising SLP in delivering speech and language interventions.
• Document services and progress within designated Medicaid system and IEP paperwork.
• Collaborate with SPED team and school personnel regarding student services.
• Schedule, screen, observe and collect data for designated students.
• Represent the SLP during IEP meetings as needed.

Skills

Assist SLP

IEP documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Communication Disorders

Bachelor's in Speech Pathology

Tools

Documentation system

Job description

Speech Lang Pathologist Asst

Job Description

Responsible for providing assistance to the supervising speech and language pathologist in all aspects of speech and language interventions for students with disabilities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Constant lifting, five (5) to twenty (20) pounds
• Frequent to constant bending, squatting, standing, reaching, sitting, extensive walking, kneeling, crawling, and stooping
• Occasional climbing

Responsibilities

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Documents health related services in Designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program.

Work independently, following plans provided by the Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech and language interventions for designated students, including oral, written manual, and augmentative communication.

Perform clerical and technical duties for the Speech and Language Pathologist such as preparation of materials, maintenance of equipment, and IEP compliance paperwork.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and student progress with regard to established intervention plans and reports information to the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.

Consult and collaborate with the Speech and Language Pathologist, other building personnel, and SPED team personnel regarding services to students.

Represent the Speech and Language Pathologist during IEP meetings and other team meetings as requested and allowed by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.

Assist the Speech and Language Pathologist in providing services for students with disabilities, including scheduling, screening, observations, instruction and data collection in classrooms and/or individual and small group settings.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Certifications

First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certification (SLPA) - ASHA and Colorado Department of Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Communication Disorders, Bachelor's Degree: Speech Pathology

Skills

Position Type: Regular

Primary Location: Variable Location Employee - SPED

One Year Only (Yes Or No): No

Scheduled Hours Per Week: 15

Fte: 0.38

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 180 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$26.30 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$35.54 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$26.30 USD - $44.77 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: January 27, 2027