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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

What we DO

Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders in an all inclusive preschool setting. Implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by Certified Speech-Language Pathologists. Monitor the use of alternative communication devises and systems.

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requirement

Requirements

Bachelor’s

degree IN


Speech-Communication


Speech-Language Pathology


or


Communication Disorders/ Speech Sciences


Preferred:


Pediatric experience within an educational program


Ability to work successfully with low-income families, community groups and staff

Minimum of 100 hours of school based practicum under the direction of an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist

Ability to successfully coordinate and manage multiple priorities

Ability to maintain confidential and privileged information

Colorado Department of Education authorization: School Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Must become knowledgeable of the program’s policies, rules, and regulations with respect to the functions performed

Case management skills

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Top 3 Skills

The top three skills are those skills identified to provide employees with the greatest success while working in this position. You can click the Resource button below to find helpful articles, trainings and more for each individual skill.




Communication

Communication
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Team Collaboration




Time Management/ Organization

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