JOB DEFINITION:

This position performs duties under the direction of the speech language pathologist (SLP). This position provides services to students with speech and language needs as determined
appropriate by the SLP and within the scope of the license for an SLPA.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Conducts speech and language screenings without interpretation, utilizing screening protocols specified by the supervising SLP.
2. Provides direct treatment assistance to patients/clients identified by the supervising SLP by following written treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP, excluding swallowing.
3. Documents patient/client progress, without interpretation of findings, toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan and reports this information to the supervising SLP.
4. Assists the SLP with informal documentation during an intervention session (collecting and tallying data as directed by the SLP), prepares materials, and assists with other clerical duties specified by the supervising SLP.
5. Assists the SLP in collecting and tallying data for assessment purposes without interpretation.
6. Schedules activities and prepares charts, records, graphs, or other displays of data.
7. Performs checks and maintenance of equipment.
8. Signs and initials are needed for treatment notes to supervise the SLP's review and signature.
9. Provides instructional support to students as directed by the supervising SLP.
10. Identifies and describes clinically relevant student behaviors to the supervising SLP.
11. Uses cues/prompts with the student as defined in the treatment protocol prescribed by the supervising SLP.
12. Provides behavioral reinforcement consistent with the student's developmental age, cultural preference, and communication disorder as the supervising SLP prescribes.
13. Review and summarize student performance according to the protocol prescribed by the SLP at the end of each session.
14. Prepares age-appropriate and culturally sensitive treatment materials appropriate to the student's developmental age and communication disorder as prescribed by the SLP.
15. Instructs small student groups and provides one-on-one tutoring of students as directed by the SLP.
16. Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
17. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels.
18. Fulfill other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work is generally performed in small groups or one-on-one in a climate controlled
classroom/office setting.  May involve exposure to moderate noise intensity levels. Moderate
level of contact with district personnel. May be required to connect to SLP virtually via
computer and telephone. May be required to travel to various sites.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Constant talking and hearing, frequent reaching and handling. Mobility to work in a typical
classroom setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to walk, stand and remain
seated and maintain concentration for an extended period. The employee is frequently
required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and reach with hands and arms. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Vision: Frequent near acuity;
occasional far acuity. Vision to read printed materials, computer screens and/or other
monitoring devices.

Strength: Sedentary to Medium-heavy – Exert force to 50-75 pounds of force occasionally
and/or or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to
move objects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• English word enunciation, pronunciation and speech anatomy.
• Correct use of speech and language patterns and oral communications including basic linguistics.
• Instructional strategies that address articulation, language and other communication disorders.
• Procedures and protocols for screening communication disorders.
• Individual Education implementation for students with communication disorders.
• Differentiated instructional strategies for all students.
• Basic concepts of child growth, development and behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to the needs and limitations of students requiring speech therapy.
• Positive discipline and behavior management techniques.
• General classroom procedures, purposes, goals and methods of education.
• Equipment used in screening and therapy for students with communication disorders.
• Principles and practices of planning, organization, problem-solving, and working with groups.
• Work organization and research techniques sufficient to collect, analyze and interpret data English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.

Skills and Abilities:
Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the
position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Plan, organize, prioritize and complete work assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
• Understand, carry out and communicate oral and written directives.
• Respond appropriately in emergency/unforeseen situations.
• Learn basic first aid and safety requirements.
• Prepare accurate documents and reports and maintain accurate records and files.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of people.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action, including the ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Implement changes in methods and techniques when necessary.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course and scope of work.
• Demonstrate flexibility when working within a team environment.
• Operate a computer to enter, revise and retrieve information or to utilize word processing capabilities.
• Travel to multiple work locations as assigned.
• Seek professional development to maintain a high level of knowledge and skills for school-based services and to fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain State of Oregon certification.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all matters relating to students.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is appropriate. A representative way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited speech-language pathology assistant program.
• Possession of, or eligible for, State of Oregon speech-language pathology assistant certification granted by the Oregon Speech/Language Pathology & Audiology Board.
• Two or more years of experience in providing pediatric or school-based services is preferred.

Posted Inside: 04/11/2024

Posted External: 04/18/2024

Closing Date: Open until filled

Current Staff Application Requirements: 

• TalendEd Recruit and Hire Internal Application & Letter of Interest

Outside Application Requirements: 

• Application (thru TalendEd Recruit and Hire)
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Copy of Transcripts, if applicable
• Copy of Certification, if applicable

Salary:  Per Classified Bargaining Agreement

For More Information:  Contact Missy Love, FCS Assistant Principal. 

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADA). Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 971-261-6975 for additional information. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 or 711.

Equal employment opportunity and treatment shall be practiced by the district regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information if the employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.