Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to work under a licensed Speech Language Pathologist, providing services to students per IEPs. The role supports case management, prepares therapy materials, and documents progress.

The position requires a high school diploma, completion of an SLP assistant program, and CA registration. One year of related experience is preferred; a CA driver’s license may be required for travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or its recognized equivalent.
• Certificate of Completion of an SLP Assistant program from an accredited institution.
• One year experience working with individuals with speech and language disabilities in a structured environment.
• Possession of valid registration as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with the California SLPAB.
• A valid California driver's license and ability to provide transportation between job sites.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech therapy services to students according to IEP goals.
• Assists the Speech-Language Pathologist in assessment of students' communication skills.
• Assists in development of IEP goals and objectives.
• Prepares materials and equipment for classroom and therapy activities.
• Adapts or modifies instructional materials for student needs.
• Documents student progress toward IEP goals with charts and records.
• Assists in case management through consultation, training and activities.
• Checks and maintains augmentative communication devices.
• Performs clerical tasks related to assigned students.

Skills

Communication with students

Work independently

Case management support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate of Completion of SLP Assistant program

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Basic Function And Qualifications

Classified Employee's Salary Range: A-42

This recruitment is to establish a six month eligibility list which will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Basic Function

Under the supervision of a licensed or credentialed Speech Language Pathologist, provides speech therapy services to students as prescribed by the Individual Educational Program (IEP); performs clerical duties in support of case management; performs other related duties as required.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or its recognized equivalent.
• Certificate of Completion of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant's program from an institution of higher learning accredited by a regional accreditation association.

One (1) year experience working with individuals with speech and language disabilities in a structured environment.

Licenses And Other Requirements

• Possession of valid registration as a Speech/Language Pathology Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
• A valid California driver's license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites may be required.

Representative Duties, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications of personnel so classified.

Job Duties

• Provides speech therapy services to students according to Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and the intervention plan developed for the student.
• Assists the Speech-Language Pathologist in assessment of students' communication skills.
• Assists in the development of IEP goals and objectives.
• Prepares materials and/or equipment for use in the classroom and therapy activities (e.g., picture cards, worksheets, and audio equipment).
• Adapts or modifies instructional materials as determined by student needs for teachers use in the classroom.
• Documents student's progress towards meeting IEP goals and objectives by preparing charts, records, graphs or other documentation.
• Provides assistance to the educational staff as part of case management through consultation, training and direct individual and group activities.
• Checks and maintains augmentative communication devices and equipment.
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks such as keeping records, files and reports related to assigned students.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Speech Pathology equipment, materials and procedures.
• Normal speech and language development in children.
• Language disorders and rehabilitation.
• Articulation disorders and rehabilitation.
• English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar.
• Record keeping and records management.
• Practical learning patterns and behavior.
• Basic characteristics of human behavior.
• Elementary concepts of child development and behavior.
• Personal computers and standard office equipment.
• Basic communication skills.
• Basic math skills.

ABILITY TO

• Understand and carry out oral and written direction.
• Work independently with minimal instruction.
• Communicate with students and staff.
• Effectively react to emergencies.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with pupils and staff.
• Recognize and report safety hazards.
• Operate personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Perform routine clerical work.
• Use current technology related to the treatment of communication disorders.
• Learn and adapt to new procedures and conditions.
• Learn laws, rules, practices, and procedures related to public education for students.
• Model communication and interaction that respects and includes all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions and cultures.

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Supervision

Supervision is provided by a licensed or credentialed Speech Language Pathologist. There are no lead or supervisory responsibilities.

Environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

Classroom environment.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, walking; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, augmentative communication devices and instructional materials; hearing and speaking to model clear English speech; seeing to read a variety of materials; bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching to assist students.

Important Information for Job Applicants

• ACCOMODATION FOR DISABLED: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these selection procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing at the time you submit your application.
• PREFERENCE POINTS: Seniority credit, based on length of service, is added to the final passing score of permanent employees. Veteran's credits are added for entry level examinations as follows: 5 points for non-disabled veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans. "Veteran" is defined as serving at least 30 days active duty during war or qualifying armed conflict. A DD-214 must be presented on or before date of the examination.
• ELIGIBILITY LIST: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed in rank order on the eligibility list. Final selection will be made from the top three available ranks only. When a promotional and open eligibility list is established, the promotional list will be used first. Eligibility lists are usually established for one calendar year.
• CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All potential employees must provide evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States before they will be hired. State law requires employees to provide proof that they have had a recent negative tuberculosis test result. All new employees are fingerprinted and conviction records, if any, are checked.
• SALARIES, MERIT INCREASES & ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT: Salaries generally begin on the first step of the appropriate salary range. Permanent employees receive an increase after six months of continuous satisfactory service and equal raises based on merit at subsequent one year intervals for a total of five increases. Relevant experience and/or education in excess of entry requirements may permit employment at other than the first step. If employed at a higher step, salary increases are granted annually until reaching the end of the salary range.
• BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per bargaining unit contract or Personnel Commission Merit Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to full‑time employees and their families, which includes major medical and dental. (Permanent employees who work less than full-time, but a minimum of four (4) hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned hours for major medical and dental.) Employees belong to the Public Employees' Retirement System to which the District makes contributions approximately equal to those deducted from the employee's pay.

Assuring Equal Opportunities through the Merit System since 1938.

SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

PERSONNEL COMMISSION

1717 4th Street

Santa Monica, CA 90401

The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District does not discriminate based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

(Revised April 2008)