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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - $16.01 - $18.38 per hour DOE. Traditional school year position. At Wilson School District, we believe that education should be shaped by a sense of purpose

As the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant and under general supervision, the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant supports the Speech Language Pathologist with providing direct, skilled speech therapy services to students. You will also have the opportunity to provide and grow in a leadership role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Attend and actively participate in all appropriate Child Study Team (C.S.T.), Section 504, Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (M.E.T.), and Individualized Education Program (I.E.P.) team meetings.Complete all State and Federally required paperwork within required timelines.Provide individual and group speech-language services to students as described in the IEP and 504 plans.Become familiar with the operation of instructional equipment and materials as well as office machines for preparing material.Prepare quarterly, or more frequent if needed, progress reports on each assigned student to include in the quarterly grade reporting process.Complete all MEDICAUD reports and requirements in a timely manner.Participate in District training as appropriateTravel between more than one school may be requiredPerform other related duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Coordinator, immediate supervisor or site principal

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: AA/Bachelors Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or completion of an approved training program as outlined by Arizona Revised Statutes. Current licensure from the Arizona Department of Health Services (A.D.H.S.). Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

A valid state driver's license may be required.PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: AA/Bachelors Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or completion of an approved training program as outlined by Arizona Revised Statutes. Current licensure from the Arizona Department of Health Services (A.D.H.S.). Must possess a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

A valid state driver's license may be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of:Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.Record maintenance and retention policies and procedures.General office policies, procedures, and equipment.Child development and learning.Behavior management.Process for developing and implementing IEPs.Skilled in:Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.Understanding the progression of language developmentDeveloping and implementing IEPsAdapting learning environments and curriculum to meet special needs.Preparing clear and concise reports.Maintaining accurate records and technical documents.Interacting professionally with District staff, students, and outside agencies.Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.Operating a computer and related software.Capable of performing general clerical dutiesAbility to:Work with students with communication disorders on a one-to-one or small group basisWork with bilingual students preferred. Core Competencies: Accountability Teamwork Attention to Detail Flexibility At Wilson School District, we are dedicated to the total personal development of each student in our district

We believe that the ultimate goal in education should be to prepare a stable, yet adaptive student for a world of rapid change. Our instruction will maintain flexibility in adapting to this ever-changing society. Working together with parents and community, we will strive to develop each student's intellectual, physical, moral, emotional, aesthetic, creative, and social growth so that the student may become a useful and responsible member of home, community, and society while leading a personally rewarding life.

Every member of our Wilson family-from our top leadership team to our bus drivers, our nutrition team to our nurses, and our teachers to our technology gurus-is shaping the lives of our students every day. It's not just our work; it is our passion. We are a Pre-K through 8th grade school district in Phoenix, Arizona, established as the seventh school district organized in Maricopa County in 1879 and named for Mr.

W. J. Wilson, a school board member.

The district name was changed in the mid-1930's to Hawkins School. From Wilson to Hawkins to Ward to Skiff, the District was bought by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and relocated to its current location in the early 1980's and named Wilson Primary and Wilson Elementary, opening on Martin Luther King Day in 1985. The district boundaries cover an area from Roosevelt Street to the north; the Salt River to the south; 40th Street to the east; and, 16th Street to the west.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US: Our two-school community offers a close-knit feel. We offer job-embedded professional development as well as a variety of career pathways. We have an exciting STEM program with amazing community partners.

There's always something to do or see in the Phoenix area. Whether you enjoy watching sports, touring a museum, or hiking and playing outdoors, you'll find plenty of enjoyable activities to keep you busy. NOTICES The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited.

Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. WSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Alex Dumas, Human Resources Director, at (602) 681-2204 at least 3 days in advance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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.

The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

Health BenefitsWilson School District has a variety of benefits that you can take advantage of. Some of these benefits include: A no cost (employee only) District paid Alliance Value health plan, Delta Dental plan, a prescription drug plan, voluntary vision insurance, no cost employee life insurance and accidental and death policy for $50,000, additional voluntary life insurance policy at a reduced cost, 403B and 457C Tax Shelter annuities plan, voluntary short term disability, FLEX spending account for medical expenses and/or dependent care, enrollment into the Arizona State Retirement System. .