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SLPA - One (1) Year Only Dieringer School District - 3.5 Lake Tapps, WA Job Details Part-time $36.60 - $45.75 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Qualifications SLPA License Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Experience working with individuals with disabilities Filing Communication with special education students Employee relationship building English Parent communication Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Collaboration with other professionals for student support Working with students Calendar management Schedule creation Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities Special education record keeping Grammar Experience Disability services experience Working with youth Full Job Description

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

(SLPA) 7 hours/day, 5 days/week

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements communication therapy programs and activities for students, singly or in small groups that will assist the student in meeting Individual Education Program objectives as directed by the speech/language pathologist. Provides therapy support in classrooms 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 and takes progress monitoring data under direction of the speech/language pathologist. Contacts teachers, assistants, principals and others for consultation under the direction of the speech language pathologist. Records progress and attendance of students; updates therapy plans. Attends departmental, building, and IEP meetings. Serves as a team member in designated general education and special education classrooms. Constructs and produces 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. Perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and

ABILITIES

Knowledge of developmental milestones and general children's development Experience in working with students with communication, learning, behavioral and/or physical disabilities 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

QUALIFICATIONS

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. Valid/Active Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Licensure from the Washington State Department of Health Experience working with students with communication and language disabilities preferred. Work experience with preschool, elementary, and/or secondary students with disabilities preferred. Successful completion of fingerprinting and background check

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed typical school settings. During the normal workday, 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.

RESPONSIBLE TO

District SLP(s) and Building Principal(s)

EMPLOYEE GROUP

Dieringer Classified Personnel Employees Association (DCPEA)

Calendar:

191 day contract, 7 hours per day (180 workdays + 11 holidays) Paid Time Off Health related benefits Attendance Incentive (PTO cash out)

Application Process:

Applicants should submit the following documents: Letter of application Current resume 3 letters of recommendation The Dieringer School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr.

Paula Dawson, Superintendent:

Phone:

253-826-7016.