Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant license

Residency Requirements: This position strongly prefer residents of Indiana but may consider residents of surrounding states (MI, OH, KY, or IL) and must have a CRE Certificate.

The REMOTE Speech-Language Pathology Assistant is a state-certified support professional responsible for treating students experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning.  The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will work under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist.  The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. 

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Indiana Digital Learning School (INDLS). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Indiana Digital Learning School (INDLS) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time REMOTE position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Assists in the assessment of student's communication skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice, etc.) for the purpose of determining their speech and language deficits and developing recommendations.
• Attends meetings in the presence of supervising Speech Language Pathology (SLP) (e.g. departmental, multidisciplinary team, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information.
• Conducts speech and language screenings using district approved screening instruments for the purpose of determining student's speech and language deficits.
• Confers with classroom teacher to provide requested information, implement plans for services and/or make recommendations as directed by supervising SLP.
• Maintains various files and/or records to provide written support and documentation required.
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions to support supervising SLP.
• Prepares materials and follows speech language lessons appropriate for individuals or small group (e.g. speech therapy, teaching materials, etc.).
• Provides direct instructional services to students under the supervision of the SLP for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech language deficits.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Performs other responsibilities assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.

Minimum REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Active speech-language pathology assistant license issued by the state department of education (preferred) and/or state board AND
• Active American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Certificate (ASHA C-SLPA) AND
• Two (2) years of speech/language work experience within a public-school setting OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to pass background check requirements

OTHER REQUIRED QUALFICATIONS:

• Knowledgeable about Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements
• Thorough knowledge and skill in providing speech-language therapy services
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services to children
• Ability to create and deliver staff development
• Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Computer Software: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Web proficiency.
• Ability to travel 25% of time for meetings, professional development, etc.
• Ability to pass background check requirements

Desired Qualifications:

• Online therapy experience
• Experience with documentation for purposes of Medicaid claiming
• Experience working with students who require alternative and augmentative communication

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is remote

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. 

Job Type

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)