Speech Language Pathology Assistant

BASIC FUNCTION AND QUALIFICATIONS

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:

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

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

KNOWLEDGE OF:

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

ABILITY TO:

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

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
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.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for an employment opportunity with the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application and Supplemental Questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the examination process and is part of your total evaluation of qualifications for employment.

THE EXAMINATION PROCESS:
For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Written Test, Performance Test, and/or Structured Interview. Additional information pertaining to the examination process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROTESTS:
Protest of any part of the examination process must be in writing and received in the office of the Director of Classified Personnel no later than five (5) working days from the date you were notified of examination results. All notifications are sent electronically via email. Any protest must include rationale to support the protest and must be based on illegal discrimination, abuse of discretion, or procedure/process error. We are not responsible for any incoming mail that is lost or misdirected after it has been entrusted to the US Postal Service.

ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED:
If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these examination procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing at the time you submit your application.

ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LIST:
This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period one (1) year, unless otherwise noted, or until there are fewer than three (3) ranks of eligible candidates who are available. Candidates are placed on the eligibility list in rank order according to their final examination score. Final examination scores will not change, but ranking may change as other candidates are added or removed from the list.

ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT:
Generally, new employees start at the first step on the appointed salary schedule. When filling a permanent vacancy, a new employee may request a higher salary placement based on having training and experience that greatly exceeds the minimum qualifications. An employee may submit a formal request for advanced step consideration on or after the first day of employment. Education transcripts, training certificates, and additional references may be requested for verification purposes.

HOW YOU WILL HEAR FROM US:
All correspondence and notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent to the email address you provide. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner; as if it was a function of your job.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.