JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title:   Speech Language Pathology Assistant 1.0 FTE

Position Description:

The SLPA will assist the Speech Pathologist in designing, implementing, and monitoring programs for the Speech/Language impaired children in Coos Bay Schools.

Qualifications

• Current Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certificate issued by the State of Oregon Board of Examiners
• Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate’s or high degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a state or local formal academic assessment the knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics or the instruction in readiness for these subjects.
• Must possess excellent time management skills.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with students of all ages
• Strong ability to work as a team member
• Must hold valid first aid card

Performance Responsibilities

• Carries out specific therapy related tasks that are prescribed and directed by the supervising Speech/Language Pathologist.
• Assists with implementation and monitoring of therapeutic programs developed by the speech/language pathologist.
• Assist the speech/language pathologist in reporting progress to and consulting with parents, teachers, and other concerned individuals.
• Assumes record keeping responsibilities as assigned by the speech/language pathologist or supervisor.
• Completes all assigned paperwork in a timely manner, per program requirements.
• Works harmoniously with other employees and deals tactfully with the public.
• Respects confidential information.
• Meets standards for competent and ethical performance as outlined in OAR 584-20-005-035.
• Performs duties in a manner reasonably expected and generally recognized by the profession.
• Maintains regular attendance in order to preserve the continuity of service delivery for the program.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by teacher, principal or program coordinator. 

Salary Range:                        $24.29-$31.43

For more information please contact Michelle Barton in Human Resources

michelleba@coos-bay.k12.or.us or (541) 267-3104 x 1110

No employee or applicant for employment shall be subject to discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.  Coos Bay Public Schools complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.  Coos Bay Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a Drug Free and Alcohol Free Workplace.  Drug Testing may be a requirement for employment.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.