Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Required Qualifications: The individual employed for this position must hold the proper educational credentials, certifications, and experiences to serve as Speech/Language Pathologist Assistant for Jacksonville School District #117 or such alternatives as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable. The minimum requirements include the following: Education & Certification Requirements Individuals must complete a two-year IDFPR-approved program in speech-language pathology assisting in order to qualify for a speech-language assistant license.

In addition, speech-language pathology assistant candidates must successfully pass the licensure test and pay the application fee. A speech-language pathology assistant license is required in order to work in any setting in the state of Illinois. Speech-language pathology assistants must complete 10 hours of continuing education every two years (renewal cycle).

Knowledge & Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups. Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts to practical solutions.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on District and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to perform all duties with the awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies. Able to regularly sit and occasionally walk and stand.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Able to hear conversations in a quiet and/or noisy environment, and will continually need the ability to differentiate between bells, buzzers, etc. Duties and Essential Job Functions Participates in teacher and parent conferences, including multidisciplinary conferences, IEP meetings, and annual reviews.

Implements IEP’s for all students eligible for special education and related services in the area of speech and language impairment. Provides in service programs to parents, teachers, students, administrators, and other professionals. Completes required documents and reports. Participates on child study and teacher assistance teams.

Facilitates curriculum and instructional modifications. Participates in continuing professional education. Other Perform other duties as assigned. Attachment(s): Enter file description