Job Description
Evaluate students for speech disabilities and provide services in communication skills to eligible students with communication disorders. Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
1. Participate in the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process, as applicable to the areas of need in speech/language.
2. Administer appropriate test instruments to students who are referred for consideration of eligibility as speech impaired (SI) and write reports to reflect the findings.
Supplemental Pay: Based on Available Funds
3. Participate in the ARD/IEP committee meeting to select appropriate goals and objectives in the areas of speech and language to remediate areas of weakness identified in standardized testing and classroom performance.
4. Develop and implement speech/language therapy that reflects the individual education plan (IEP) for students.
5. Maintain written records of the performance of students over time to document progress toward mastery of IEP goals and objectives.
6. Assist classroom teachers to make the needed accommodations and instructional support for students with speech/language weaknesses.
7. Use technology, including augmentative devices, to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
8. Report on a regular basis, as determined in the ARD/IEP, on the progress of students toward mastery of
their IEPs.
9. Conduct ongoing assessments of achievement through formal and informal methods.
10. Create opportunities for students to practice targeted speech/language skills in the therapy
sessions and in other environments, such as the campus and home.
11. Support the mission of school district by serving as a positive role model for students.
12. Create a supportive therapy environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the
physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
14. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
15. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
16. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
17. Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilitiesexpected for this position.
Minimum Requirements
• Master's degree of Science in Speech Language Pathology or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed (license equivalent) by the state of Texas as a speech/language pathologist, or American Speech- Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) equivalent or Certification by TEA as a speech therapist.
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Preferred Requirements
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• CCC certification
• 5+ years of related experience which may include the following: o Working in an educational setting. o Working within an Agency that providing services. o Working with school-aged and pre-school aged children, including observation and supervised
practice, as required for licensure.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Demonstrated competency in speech/language therapy.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures addressing specific duties/responsibilities of the position of a Speech/Language Pathologist or Therapist.
• Ability to administer and interpret assessment instruments related to communication disorders.
• Ability to develop and implement staff training.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to speech therapy services.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents.
• Familiarity with augmentative communication devices.
• Ability to adjust to and be flexible in a multitude of situations in the school environment.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Working Conditions Work Environment:
• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.
Physical Demands/Requirements:
• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
• Supervision of students, speech language pathology assistants, practicum students and interns.
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions. Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176. San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito. La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176
1. Participate in the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process, as applicable to the areas of need in speech/language.
2. Administer appropriate test instruments to students who are referred for consideration of eligibility as speech impaired (SI) and write reports to reflect the findings.
Supplemental Pay: Based on Available Funds
3. Participate in the ARD/IEP committee meeting to select appropriate goals and objectives in the areas of speech and language to remediate areas of weakness identified in standardized testing and classroom performance.
4. Develop and implement speech/language therapy that reflects the individual education plan (IEP) for students.
5. Maintain written records of the performance of students over time to document progress toward mastery of IEP goals and objectives.
6. Assist classroom teachers to make the needed accommodations and instructional support for students with speech/language weaknesses.
7. Use technology, including augmentative devices, to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
8. Report on a regular basis, as determined in the ARD/IEP, on the progress of students toward mastery of
their IEPs.
9. Conduct ongoing assessments of achievement through formal and informal methods.
10. Create opportunities for students to practice targeted speech/language skills in the therapy
sessions and in other environments, such as the campus and home.
11. Support the mission of school district by serving as a positive role model for students.
12. Create a supportive therapy environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the
physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
14. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
15. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
16. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
17. Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth.
18. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilitiesexpected for this position.
Minimum Requirements
• Master's degree of Science in Speech Language Pathology or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed (license equivalent) by the state of Texas as a speech/language pathologist, or American Speech- Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) equivalent or Certification by TEA as a speech therapist.
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Preferred Requirements
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• CCC certification
• 5+ years of related experience which may include the following: o Working in an educational setting. o Working within an Agency that providing services. o Working with school-aged and pre-school aged children, including observation and supervised
practice, as required for licensure.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Demonstrated competency in speech/language therapy.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures addressing specific duties/responsibilities of the position of a Speech/Language Pathologist or Therapist.
• Ability to administer and interpret assessment instruments related to communication disorders.
• Ability to develop and implement staff training.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to speech therapy services.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents.
• Familiarity with augmentative communication devices.
• Ability to adjust to and be flexible in a multitude of situations in the school environment.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Working Conditions Work Environment:
• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.
Physical Demands/Requirements:
• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
• Supervision of students, speech language pathology assistants, practicum students and interns.
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions. Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176. San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito. La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176
About SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
SAISD is as diverse and historically rich as the city whose name it shares. As San Antonio’s founding school district, SAISD neighborhood schools have served the heart of the Alamo City for more than 100 years. Today, SAISD serves about 44,000 students across more than 75 schools in our culturally proud, urban community.
We offer a wide variety of programs, including dual-language, career exploration and college-preparation. Along with traditional school models, we also offer academies comprising non-traditional grade ranges such as PK-8.
True to our roots, SAISD continues to pave the way in San Antonio with the city’s only public Montessori school, single-gender campuses, and K-12 International Baccalaureate framework. Additionally, the District has grown 5 P-TECH programs in just a few years.
Outside of the traditional classroom, the spirit of SAISD can be found in programs and activities from extensive athletics to fine arts – including a mariachi curriculum that was pioneered in our District before being modeled across the nation.
From forward-thinking academic and extracurricular programs at our neighborhood schools to a growing list of specialized schools, SAISD students can customize their own educational experience and find what truly drives them. Every student has a journey, and SAISD is supporting that path wherever it may lead for each of its students.
