What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant position at Des Moines Public School District?
Hiring for 2026-2027 school year
Two position available
TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Student and Family Services
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: : Supervising Speech Language Pathologist, Department of Student and Family Services
EVALUATES: N/A
POSITION INVENTORY: B23
POSTION TYPE: PARA
FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt
FT/PT: Full Time
DAYS: 190 Calendar Days HOURS: 7.5 Hour Day
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Speech-language pathology assistant provides certain language, articulation, voice and fluency activities as assigned by the supervising speech-language pathologist as denoted in Iowa Administrative Rules of Special Education 41.403(2).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct speech-language screenings, as directed by the supervising SLP.
- Follow and deliver treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
- Document patient/client performance.
- Assist supervising SLP during assessment.
- Assist with informal documentation, preparing materials and other clerical duties.
- Schedule activities as directed by the supervising SLP.
- Perform checks and maintenance of equipment.
- Participate in professional development provided by or through the district.
- Serve as an advocate for all children and youth.
- Demonstrate cultural competence and behaviors consistent with the core values, vision and mission of Des Moines Public Schools.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in speech pathology, communications disorders or education from a recognized training institution or enrollment in a speech-language pathology program.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Basic computer skills including internet, email, and word processing.
- Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task.
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PHYSICAL DEMAND: |
FREQUENCY: |
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Standing |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Walking |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Sitting |
Frequent 33% - 66% |
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Bending/Stooping |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Reaching/Pushing/Pulling |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Climbing/Stairs |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Driving |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Lifting (50 lbs.) |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Carrying (25 feet) |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Manual Dexterity Tasks |
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Telephone |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Computer |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Other |
Never 0% |
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Working Conditions |
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Inside |
Constant 67% |
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Outside |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
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Extremes of Temperature/Humidity |
Occasional 1% - 32% |
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
Approved By: Maureen Norris
Date: 05/16/2023