Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Wage/Hour Status

Exempt/Professional

Director of Special Education

Assigned Campus(es)

Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licensed Speech-Language Pathologist or Texas Education Agency Certified Speech Therapist.

• Bachelor's degree in communicative science and disorders
• Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions

Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure

• Conduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
• Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
• Conduct carry‑over activities to transfer a student's newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations.
• Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
• Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials.

• Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students.
• Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture:
Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting:
Regular lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non‑ambulatory students

Environment:
Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require district wide travel

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain control under pressure