Speech Language Pathology Assistant (30 hrs/wk, 182 Days)

  • Washoe County School District
  • Reno, Nevada
  • Full Time
Speech Language Pathology Assistant (30 hrs/wk, 182 Days)

Employer

Washoe County School District

Location

Reno, NV, US

Salary

Competitive

categories

Employer

Washoe County School District

Location

Reno, NV, US

Salary

Competitive

categories

Employer

Washoe County School District

Location

Reno, NV, US

Salary

Competitive

categories

categories

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of a Student Services Instructional Coordinator, a School Site Administrator and a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), this position will provide a direct service to students eligible for speech and language services. Incumbent performs related work as required.

EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

Assists in the diagnosis and treatment of students, including phonology, fluency, language processing, verbal expression, augmentative and alternative communications, and hearing impairment; follows documented Individual Education Plans (IEP) developed by the supervising SLP; documents student performance (e.g., tallying data, preparing charts, records, and graphs); assists with clerical duties such as preparing materials and scheduling activities as directed by the SLP; works effectively with fellow staff members; and completes other responsibilities as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Completion of sufficient course work and field experiences in a technical training program for speech-language pathology assistants from a licensed accredited education institution.

AND

Experience in pediatric therapy or the area of severe disabilities is desirable.

Knowledge of: Methods of interventions used by Speech-Language Pathologists; writing and interpreting an IEP; communication development; files and records management, office procedures, and basic computer literacy desired.

Skill at: Communicating effectively both orally and in writing; working effectively with students in classroom, small group, and individual sessions; effective behavior management strategies; relating to school personnel and parents in a cooperative manner; and following directions regarding Speech-Language Pathology assessments and interventions.

Licenses/Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid certification as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant from the American Speech, Language, Hearing Association; CPR Certification required.

Physical Demands: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Environment: The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, residences, or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIRIMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQURIED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES, AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPEVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors.? The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Internal Job Number:2025-26-E252522

Salary:

Grade 21

Schedule A: $21.36 (entry step)

Schedule B: $25.27 (entry step)

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information:

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.

Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.

Salary Increases

Longevity Bonuses

Guidance Resources

And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at ....
Job ID: 478537159
Originally Posted on: 5/26/2025

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