Speech-Language Pathology Assistant - School Therapy Support

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools seeks a Speech-Language Assistant to assist under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. You will help develop students' communication skills and support IEP-driven therapy.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy per IEPs, collecting progress data, adjusting therapy plans, and coordinating with SLPs and school staff. Bachelor's in Communication Disorders required; 2 years' related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology.
• Two (2) years of clinical or in-service experience in speech-language services preferred.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist to facilitate the development of communication skills for students receiving speech-language support services.
• Provides therapy per IEPs under the direction of the SLP
• Collects data on therapy progress and completes progress reports according to IEP
• Adjusts or modifies therapy plan based on therapy data
• Reviews plans and schedules with the SLP on a regular basis
• Communicates with school staff regarding speech-language impaired students as appropriate
• Provides speech-language therapy services on interim basis for SLP on leave or vacant SLP positions
• Completes all local, state, and federal reports as assigned
• Attends District-wide staff meetings and trainings
• Follows the policies, rules, and procedures as appropriate to which regular SLPs are subject
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Independent work

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology

Job description

Fulton County Schools seeks a Speech-Language Assistant to assist under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. You will help develop students' communication skills and support IEP-driven therapy.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy per IEPs, collecting progress data, adjusting therapy plans, and coordinating with SLPs and school staff. Bachelor's in Communication Disorders required; 2 years' related experience preferred.