What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathology Assistant position at Light Street Special Education Solutions?
Overview
Hiring for Multiple Roles!
Light Street is interviewing Speech-Language Pathology Assistants in Vallejo, California!
- Clinical Manager support
- Competitive compensation - up to $50/hour W2 based on experience
- Full-time, 35 hours per week
- Benefit packages that include different plan options that work for you and your family, which includes medical/dental/vision
- 401k
- Professional development allowance, licensure reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance and Referral Bonuses!
Light Street Special Education Solutions (http://www.lightstreetsolutions.com), a division of LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network), helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners
Responsibilities
As a School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) at Light Street Special Education Solutions, a division of LEARN Academy, you play a vital role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with communication needs. Working under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you assist in implementing evidence-based interventions that enhance students' communication skills and success in their educational environment.
Your responsibilities span across various school settings, interacting with teachers, administrators, parents, and other therapy professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to student care. You support the IEP process by planning and implementing treatment plans, documenting response to therapeutic intervention, and monitoring progress toward individualized education program (IEP) goals.
As part of Light Street Special Education Solutions, you contribute to the company's mission of improving the quality and efficiency of special education services. Your work directly supports positive outcomes for students and strengthens partnerships with schools, aligning with the organization's commitment to evidence-based practices and flexible solutions in special education.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Assist the SLP in conducting speech and language screenings using established protocols without interpretation.
- Implement speech and language therapy activities designed by the SLP that align with students' IEP goals and educational needs.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support the integration of speech and language strategies into the educational curriculum.
- Prepare therapy materials and equipment for use in classroom and therapy activities as determined by student needs.
- Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and report this information to the supervising SLP.
- Maintain accurate records of student assessments, interventions, and progress.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to stay current with best practices in school-based speech-language pathology.
- Assist in organizing classroom activities by preparing educational materials and creating an orderly learning environment.
- Support early intervening services by participating in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) initiatives under SLP guidance
- Use assistive technology devices for communication as directed by the SLP.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to the needs of the organization.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in speech-language pathology
- Maintain CA SLPA license
- Negative TB skin test or TB Risk Assessment
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy offers a competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plan, 401(k), paid holidays and personal time off.
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States.