Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - 20257313 - Clover Park School District

*Hourly Wage Range - $39.97/hr - $42.25/hr

Hours per Day - 7.0

Days per Year - 191

**Shift - To Be Determined

CLASS SPECIFICATION

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

A.: Job Title:                                        B. Classification Level:

Speech Language Pathology Assistant        PT-6

C. Reports to: D. Working Title:

Director of Special Education SLPA

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

This position conducts speech/language therapy activities with students under the direction of a certified speech/language pathologist and travels between assigned elementary or secondary schools as necessary.

Ill. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conducts therapy programs and activities for students, singly or in small groups that will assist the student in meeting objectives as directed by the speech/language pathologist.

Provides therapy support in classroom as appropriate.

Communicates and relays information regarding students to the appropriate staff.

Travels between schools for therapy sessions; schedules time for direct therapy; plans travel times; checks in with building staff.

Assists with preparation for and implementation of programs for students; assembles materials needed for programs; prepares and updates schedules.

Prepares speech/language therapy files; files district forms; completes paperwork under direction of the speech/language pathologist.

Contacts teachers, assistants, principals and others for consultation under the direction of the speech language pathologist.

Contacts parents as needed under the direction of the speech/language pathologist.

Records progress and attendance of students; updates plans.

Attends departmental, building, and IEP meetings.

Serves as a team member in designated regular education/special education classrooms.

Constructs materials for students; modifies materials as necessary and as directed by the speech/language pathologist.

Ensures personal hygiene needs of students are attended to by assigned staff; occasionally required to lift and carry students.

Performs related duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Associate's degree with an emphasis in Speech-Language Pathology Assistance, or a BS or BA in speech/language pathology with experience as a speech-language pathology assistant required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of developmental milestones and general children's development.
Experience in working with students with communication, learning, behavioral and/or physical handicaps required.
Demonstrated knowledge of grammar and English usage.
Ability to articulate clearly.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to establish a positive rapport with students.
Ability to maintain program records and organize materials.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to schedule activities and attend to detail
Ability to be creative, resourceful and flexible.
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to follow procedures established by state laws.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and parents.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural and diverse socio-economic setting.

Certification and Licenses

Washington Speech-Language Pathology Assistant certification

Desirable Qualification

Experience working with speech preferred. Work experience with preschool, elementary and secondary special needs students preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in both a typical school setting and satellite sites. During the normal work day employee may be required to travel to multiple sites throughout the district in all types of weather and maneuver traffic, steps, ramps, and uneven ground. Must have normal use of fingers, hands, and arms; ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; and tolerance of occasional loud noises.

FLSA:Non-Exempt                            AFFILIATION: ESPCP

JOBCLASS: Professional/Technical    WORKYEAR: 191

*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.

**Shifts are subject to change

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee’s responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154