SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (346498)

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (346498)

JobID: 16587

• • Position Type:
    Certified-Non Teacher/SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (SLPA)

  • Date Posted:
    10/22/2026

  • Location:
    CEE- EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES (ESS)

  • Closing Date:

    10/29/2026

  DEPARTMENT: Exceptional Student Services

  WORK YEAR: 9 Months
  PXU SALARY SCHEDULE: Certified

  SUMMARY

  The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) is responsible for providing an appropriate program of therapy for youth with communication disorders. The SLPA will be responsible to the Director or Designee and to the assigned/supervising Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  A Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) may conduct the following tasks under the supervision of a licensed master's level Speech Language Pathologist and according to guidelines set by the state of Arizona.

  • Provides direct therapy for students identified by the supervising speech-language pathologist, following written therapy plans, individualized education programs, individual support plans, or protocols developed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Conducts speech and language screenings without interpretation, using screening protocols specified by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Documents student progress toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan and Individualized Education Program (IEP) without interpretation of the findings and report this information to the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Assists with informal documentation during a therapy session by collecting and tallying data as directed by the speech-language pathologist, preparing materials, and assisting with other clerical duties as specified by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Acts as a second-language interpreter during assessments. (if appropriate)
  • Schedules activities and prepares records, graphs, or other displays of data.
  • Performs checks and maintenance of equipment.
  • Collaborates with the supervising speech-language pathologist in establishing appropriate therapy goals.
  • Assists with clerical duties and departmental operations such as scheduling activities as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Participates with the supervising speech-language pathologist in research projects, public relations programs, and in-service trainings.
  • Participates in parent conferences/lEP meetings when a speech-language pathologist is present.
  • Signs and initials treatment/therapy notes for review and co-signature by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
  • Maintains coordination between general curriculum areas and therapy activities, including preparation of materials for teachers and students when necessary.
  • Maintains accurate student records and keeps information secure and confidential.
  • Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Abachelor's degree in Speech and Language Disorders, or Communication Sciences OR any equivalent combination of experience and education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
  • Current SLPA license from the Arizona Department of Health Services.
  • First Aid/CPR preferred.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county, city, and district statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to learn special methods and procedures specific to working with speech and language-impaired high school aged students.
  • Understands the impact of communication disorders on educational performance.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the public and others having business with the school district.
  • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
  • Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • Work is performed in a standard office and classroom environment

  SUPERVISION RECEIVED

  • ESS Director or Designee

  The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at:

  Phoenix Union High School District
  4502 N. Central Avenue
  Phoenix, Arizona 85012
  Phone: 602-764-1100
  E-mail: [email protected]