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SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AIDE (SLPA)

MUNGER MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

177 DAY WORKING CALENDAR

2026-2027 School Year, 8/27/26-6/15/27

INSURANCE, RETIREMENT BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF

STARTING AT $39.84/HOUR

Salary pending approval of the 26/27 Compensation Package; 25/26 package can be found here. 

REPORTS TO:

Building Administration and Special Education Director

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The SLPA works under the direct supervision of a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to support students with identified speech and language disorders, including students with additional disabilities. The SLPA assists in implementing speech and language services by supporting instruction related to communication skills, augmentative and assistive communication devices and systems, and therapeutic activities designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, and vocalization. Under the direction of the supervising SLP, the SLPA helps supplement, enhance, and extend speech/language therapy services through a variety of student-centered support activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct speech and language screenings, without interpretation, using protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
• Provide direct support to students in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency, hearing, and communication under the supervision of the SLP.
• Implement and support documented IEPs, therapy plans, treatment protocols, and behavior management programs as designed by certified staff.
• Document and report student performance and progress toward established objectives through data collection, charts, records, graphs, and related reports.
• Assist the SLP during assessments by preparing materials, supporting formal documentation, and performing clerical and organizational duties.
• Prepare, adapt, modify, maintain, and organize instructional and therapy materials, supplies, equipment, and assistive technology based on student needs and instructional requirements.
• Support classroom and therapy environments by organizing activities, maintaining a clean and orderly learning space, and assisting instructional personnel with implementation of student services.
• Observe and report significant student behaviors, behavioral patterns, and other concerns to the supervising SLP.
• Assist with departmental operations including scheduling, record-keeping, safety procedures, quality improvement data collection, in-service training programs, and research projects.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable district, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to develop an understanding of materials and equipment used in the Speech and Language Pathology Program. 
• Knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and math. 
• Ability to gain the confidence of colleagues, children, and youth assigned to Speech and Language Pathology Program.
• Ability to perform a variety of general education assistance duties. 
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. 
• Knowledge of general child development behavior patterns. 
• Ability to effectively apply specialized training,/ experience in working with the challenges and needs of students in the program. 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Spanish skills are preferred.
• A combination of education and experience that prepares applicant for this position.
• Current or in-progress certification as a Speech Pathologist Assistant from the Wyoming Board of Speech-Pathology and Audiology. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit on the floor depending on the age of the children. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. 0 - 12 feet and on occasion up to 20 feet, such as boxes of books and equipment. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person, may need to lift arms to write on chalk or marking board and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch and reach 0 - 24 inches and up to 36 inches above the head. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material,the ability to adjust focus, and exposure to screen(s) via technology. Hearing ability to monitor activity and presence of students and respond to communication with students and adults is required. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is normally low to moderate but may become loud when large groups are together in a room. The employee may be required to move from room to room to provide instruction and may have to maneuver in crowded hallways. Duties are typically performed indoors and occasionally outdoors, such as playground duty or when students are boarding or unloading buses. The employee may be exposed to unpredictable weather conditions. This position is typically performed in a hazard free, clean, and healthy environment.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description identifies primary responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and activities. This job description is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and/or program/curriculum changes as directed by the Superintendent(s) or designee(s) of Teton County School District #1. 

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION:  

The Teton County School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.  Any person having inquiries concerning the school's compliance with the regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) is directed to contact the Civil Rights Compliance Officer (Communications Coordinator), at the office of the School District , 307-733-2704, titleixcoordinator@tcsd.org or PO Box 568, 1235 Gregory Lane, Jackson, WY 83001.