Nhaschools
Speech-Language Pathology Aide at Pathway School of Discovery
Nhaschools, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45444
Speech-Language Pathology Aide at Pathway School of Discovery
Dayton, OH, United States
Job Description Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathology Aide (SLPA) works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to implement treatment plans for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist SLPs in conducting individual or group therapy sessions and implement treatment plans.
Assist with speech and language screenings and evaluations, and help gather data on student performance.
Prepare rooms for therapy sessions, gather necessary equipment, and organize therapy materials.
Communicate with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students
Obtain case histories and completes observation checklists
Manage student behavior using appropriately designed management techniques
Summarize and record target behaviors during therapy sessions
Organize and manage student data and records
Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials
Provide feedback to students and caregivers, and educate them on exercises to improve communication skills.
Work with SLPs, teachers, and other healthcare professionals.
Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
They must hold a SLP Aide license issued by the Ohio State Board.
Completion of an Ohio Department of Higher Education approved school licensure program (or an equivalent out-of-state program).
Strong interpersonal communication skills, compassion, patience, adaptability, and attention to detail
Ability to operate computer
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, normal communication development, phonetics, developmental psychology, various types of disabilities seen in school children, and various speech-language disorders and approaches to therapeutic educational intervention, and roles of supervising speech-language pathologists and assistants.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
Must be physically able to perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
Must possess hand and finger dexterity for accurate input and output of computer data.
Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word.
This position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to work in a high traffic, indoor environment.
Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.
Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Job Info
Job Identification 62895
Job Category School Office Staff
Posting Date 11/28/2025, 02:52 AM
Job Schedule Part time
Locations 173 Avondale Dr, Dayton, OH, 45404, US
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Job Description Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathology Aide (SLPA) works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to implement treatment plans for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist SLPs in conducting individual or group therapy sessions and implement treatment plans.
Assist with speech and language screenings and evaluations, and help gather data on student performance.
Prepare rooms for therapy sessions, gather necessary equipment, and organize therapy materials.
Communicate with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students
Obtain case histories and completes observation checklists
Manage student behavior using appropriately designed management techniques
Summarize and record target behaviors during therapy sessions
Organize and manage student data and records
Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials
Provide feedback to students and caregivers, and educate them on exercises to improve communication skills.
Work with SLPs, teachers, and other healthcare professionals.
Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
They must hold a SLP Aide license issued by the Ohio State Board.
Completion of an Ohio Department of Higher Education approved school licensure program (or an equivalent out-of-state program).
Strong interpersonal communication skills, compassion, patience, adaptability, and attention to detail
Ability to operate computer
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, normal communication development, phonetics, developmental psychology, various types of disabilities seen in school children, and various speech-language disorders and approaches to therapeutic educational intervention, and roles of supervising speech-language pathologists and assistants.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
Must be physically able to perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
Must possess hand and finger dexterity for accurate input and output of computer data.
Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word.
This position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to work in a high traffic, indoor environment.
Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.
Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Job Info
Job Identification 62895
Job Category School Office Staff
Posting Date 11/28/2025, 02:52 AM
Job Schedule Part time
Locations 173 Avondale Dr, Dayton, OH, 45404, US
#J-18808-Ljbffr