Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) TITLE: Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Under the direction and supervision of a speech-language pathologist, the speech-language assistant is responsible for providing speech-language services to students with Individual Education Programs in the schools. REPORTS TO: SLP Supervisor, as per the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Director of Special Education RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB: Under the direction and clinical supervision of a speech-language pathologist (SLP), the speech-language assistant provides speech-language services to students with individualized education programs. Collaborates with the SLP supervisor on evidence based interventions to help students achieve their speech-language goals and objectives on their IEPs. Collaborates with the SLP supervisor regarding information on students' IEPs. Provides screening to identify students with suspected speech-language disabilities. Keeps progress and tracking data using qualitative and quantitative information for individual students receiving speech-language services. In collaboration with the SLP, maintains list of students' names on the speech-language caseload as well as those students who are screened and eligible for speech-language IEPs. Keeps track of and inventory speech-language intervention materials in the schools. Logs speech and language therapy services Provides progress reports in collaboration with the SLP. Under the direction and clinical supervision of a speech-language pathologist, provides speech-language services to students with IEPs. Works collaboratively with the Director of Special Education and school team. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Bachelors Degree from a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program 2. Successful completion of a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent 3. License to practice as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology 4. Past adherence to practicing ethically within the scope of practice and responsibilities for an SLPA Salary Range - $50k-$70k per year Salary commensurate with education and experience. Our community and students are diverse, and we are committed to reflecting that diversity in our staff. We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at MLKCSE. By fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, we provide the best educational experience to prepare our students for a future reflective of the world we live in. BCBA $50,000-$70,000 USD