STAGES Speech Language Pathology Assistant - CONTRACTOR-1

Job Description

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Contractor is a state-certified support professional responsible for treating students experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Contractor will work under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Contractor will focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools.

This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Ensure all speech and language services are provided as determined by the IEP team by:

• Communicating with parents and teachers to develop a schedule that encourages regular attendance and participation by the student

• Developing progress reports and other state-specific required special education documentation

• Using provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text are made available

• Maintain compliance with state, school, and company regulations

• Instruct students/families/teachers in the use of appropriate communication strategies and technologies for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders and improving student success in the classroom

• Maintain files and/or records using specified systems, e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance

• Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives

• Document all contact with parents and interventions with students

• Provide rich and engaging therapy experiences for students

• Commitment to personalizing learning for all students

• Demonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations

• Understand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain a positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner

• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

 

Certificates and Licenses: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant license

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

·       Active speech-language pathology assistant license issued by the state department of education and/or state board and Associates Degree in Speech Communication or related field; and two (2) years of speech/language work experience within a public-school setting or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zone

• Knowledge regarding Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements

• Ability to conduct and interpret comprehensive speech-language evaluations

• Ability to provide speech-language therapy services

• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services to children

• Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators

• Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes

• Ability to create and deliver staff development

• Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms

• MS365 Proficient

• Ability to clear required background check

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preferred QUALIFICATIONS:  

·       Online therapy experience

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