Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD, San Juan, Texas, United States, 78589
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Reports to:
Director of Special Education
Department:
Assigned Campus(es)
Pay Grade
PS1 @ 187 DAYS
Funding Source:
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree
Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions
Bilingual (preferred)
Experience:
3 years working with children
School setting (preferred)
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable
PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations
In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.
Positive Engagement
Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table
Builds relationships
- Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders
Exhibits professionalism - Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth
Models ethics
- Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders
Communicates effectively-
Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision
Student-centered Excellence
Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff
Demonstrates expertise
- Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence
Establishes shared vision
- Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality
Implements plans-
Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources
Expects results
- Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement
Joint Empowerment
Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action
Promotes collaboration
- Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district
Inspires Action
- Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals
Builds capacity
- Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals
Develops leaders
- Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments
Adaptive Innovation
Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers
Scans Environment
- Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancement
Manages change
- Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision
Champions solutions
- Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things
Acknowledges outcomes
- Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure
Technical Skills, Responsibilities, and Duties
In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Therapy 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. Consultation
Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Student Management
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. Program Management
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.
It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age. Mental and Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipmetn Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture:
Frequent sitting and standing: occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/estension
Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45
pounds or more) and positioning of studetns with physical disabilities; controlling
behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
Environment:
Exposure to bilogical hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require
districtwide travel
Mental Demands:
Work with frequesnt interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Reports to:
Director of Special Education
Department:
Assigned Campus(es)
Pay Grade
PS1 @ 187 DAYS
Funding Source:
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree
Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions
Bilingual (preferred)
Experience:
3 years working with children
School setting (preferred)
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable
PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations
In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.
Positive Engagement
Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table
Builds relationships
- Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders
Exhibits professionalism - Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth
Models ethics
- Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders
Communicates effectively-
Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision
Student-centered Excellence
Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff
Demonstrates expertise
- Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence
Establishes shared vision
- Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality
Implements plans-
Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources
Expects results
- Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement
Joint Empowerment
Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action
Promotes collaboration
- Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district
Inspires Action
- Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals
Builds capacity
- Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals
Develops leaders
- Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments
Adaptive Innovation
Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers
Scans Environment
- Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancement
Manages change
- Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision
Champions solutions
- Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things
Acknowledges outcomes
- Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure
Technical Skills, Responsibilities, and Duties
In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Therapy 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. Consultation
Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Student Management
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. Program Management
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.
It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age. Mental and Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipmetn Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture:
Frequent sitting and standing: occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/estension
Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45
pounds or more) and positioning of studetns with physical disabilities; controlling
behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
Environment:
Exposure to bilogical hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require
districtwide travel
Mental Demands:
Work with frequesnt interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.