Bulletin 4644 Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for the Braintree Public Schools

Braintree Public School District is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and collaborative Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to support the communication and language development of students with diverse learning and developmental needs. Working under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, the SLPA plays an essential role in delivering high-quality speech and language services that empower students to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities include:

• developing and implementing activities and materials for teaching and practice of skills to address the IEP goals of the students as directed by the supervising SLP;
• providing treatment through a variety of service delivery models (e.g., individual, group, classroom-based, co-treatment with other disciplines);
• documenting student progress towards IEP goals (e.g., collecting data and calculating percentages for the SLP to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) 
• adjusting and documenting the amount and type of support or scaffolding provided to the student to facilitate progress;
• developing low-tech AAC materials for students, patients, and clients;
• programming augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices;
• providing training and technical assistance to students, staff, and families in the use of AAC devices

Licenses or Certification:

Current Massachusetts Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License in good standing, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to the start of employment.

Experience:

• Experience working with children and adolescents with communication disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/ or intellectual disabilities preferred;
• Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices preferred 

Salary:  Salary: Salary scale can be found in the BEA Collective Bargaining Agreement's recent MOA:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YaoFdRvNjcM4RHv_WvNHRQzHsPOFrhUh/view