Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

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:

1. Conduct speech-language screenings, as directed by the supervising SLP.
2. Follow and deliver treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
3. Document patient/client performance.
4. Assist supervising SLP during assessment.
5. Assist with informal documentation, preparing materials and other clerical duties.
6. Schedule activities as directed by the supervising SLP.
7. Perform checks and maintenance of equipment.
8. Participate in professional development provided by or through the district.
9. Serve as an advocate for all children and youth.
10. 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):

1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. 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:

1. Basic computer skills including internet, email, and word processing.
2. Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task.

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

Standing

Occasional 1% - 32%

Walking

Occasional 1% - 32%

Sitting

Frequent 33% - 66%

Bending/Stooping

Occasional 1% - 32%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

Occasional 1% - 32%

Climbing/Stairs

Occasional 1% - 32%

Driving

Occasional 1% - 32%

Lifting (50 lbs.)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Carrying (25 feet)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

Occasional 1% - 32%

Computer

Occasional 1% - 32%

Other

Never 0%

Working Conditions

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Occasional 1% - 32%

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