Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant - Virginia Department of Education

Southampton County Public Schools is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant to offer our students professional services that will aid in the success of their education.

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A) 

Reports to: Director of Special Education and Student Services 

Description: The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant provides professional services to students through screening, assessment, planning, goal development, and provision of appropriate intervention services designed to enable students to access the general education curriculum under the direction of the Lead Speech Pathologist. 

Professional Qualifications:  

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in speech pathology or an associate’s degree from a speech-language pathology assistant program.

• Must be able to work onsite. 

Primary Responsibilities:  

• K-12 grade caseload.  

• Students have mild to moderate disabilities. 

Essential Tasks 

• Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client screenings or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, or hearing. 

• Assists in providing speech therapy services according to Individual Education Program (IEP)  goals and treatment plans developed by Speech/Language Pathologist/Therapist. 

• Consult with lead speech pathologists for referrals, evaluations, and treatment plans. 

• Develop and implement treatment plans for problems such as stuttering, delayed language,  swallowing disorders, and inappropriate pitch or harsh voice problems based on the assessments and recommendations of physicians, psychologists, and social workers. 

• Documents student progress toward IEP goals and objectives by preparing records, charts, and other documentation. 

• Develop individual or group school programs for speech or language problems. 

• Instruct students in techniques for more effective communication, including sign language, lip reading, and voice improvement. 

• Teach students to control or strengthen tongue, jaw, face muscles, and breathing mechanisms.

• Perform support duties such as preparing materials, keeping records, maintaining supplies, and scheduling activities. 

• Maintains or assists in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive environment. 

• May participate in parent conferences and pupil instruction and planning processes (under the direction of the Speech-Language Pathologist). 

• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

To apply electronically, please visit https://www.applitrack.com/southampton/onlineapp/