Position: 

Apprentice in Speech Language Pathology (ASL)

Supervisor:

Health, Wellness & Ancillary Coordinator

Work Site:

Assigned District Wide and/or assigned Head Start sites

Summary:

In collaboration and under the direct supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP), the Apprentice in speech-language pathology shall provide speech-language services to students

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct speech-language and/or hearing screenings.
• Conduct treatment programs and procedures that are planned, selected and/or designed by the supervising SLP.
• Prepare written daily plans based on the overall intervention plan designed by the supervising SLP.
• Record, chart, graph, or otherwise display data relative to the student performance and report changes to the supervising SLP.
• Maintain daily service/delivery treatment notes and complete daily charges as requested.
• Report but not interpret data relative to student performance to teachers, family, or other professionals.
• Assist the speech-language pathologists during assessment of students, such as those who are difficult to test.
• Perform clerical duties, including maintenance or therapy/diagnostic material/equipment, student files, as directed by the SLP supervisor.
• Participate with the speech-language pathologist in in-service training and public relations programs.
• Document student progress and contact time including therapy logs and Medicaid reports as directed by a qualified supervising SLP.
• Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines and local, state and federal laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and compliance with educational requirements, as per 16 NMAC 26.2
• Temporary Paraprofessional License as an Apprentice in Speech-Language (ASL) issued by the New Mexico Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing Practices Board
• Working towards a license pursuant to the provisions of the Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing Practices Act
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or assigned designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred
• Good communication skills and customer service skills

Physical/Job Requirements:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Background check

Equipment/Material Handled:

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/Materials relevant to job responsibilities including the Federal Register and Policy Guidelines Manual
• Motor vehicle, if necessary – valid driver’s license

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment:

• Exempt