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Speech Therapist Assistant - Multiple Campuses: 2026-2027 School Year

Dallas Independent School District

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Location

Dallas, Texas

Quick overview

The assistant will plan and deliver individual and group therapy to students based on their Individual Education Plans (IEP) goals, working under the direction of a licensed supervisor. Responsibilities also include participating in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meetings and collaborating with teachers on classroom-based activities.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Disorders, along with a valid Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Preferred qualifications include one year of experience in a public school setting and knowledge of relevant federal and state laws.

bachelor degreeInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRecord KeepingSpeech TherapyClassroom ManagementClassroom CollaborationIEP ImplementationTest AdministrationMaterial SelectionLanguage DisordersHearing DisordersMedicaid ReportingARD Committee ParticipationTEKS KnowledgeProgress Determination

Job description

  • Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders.
  • Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP) under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
  • Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee if: a) meets requirements set forth in licensing board and b) is approved by licensed supervisor.
  • Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
  • Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
  • Administer routine tests as directed by supervisor when the licensed supervisor has assured proper training and administration of such tests.
  • Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
  • Assist in the selection of materials, equipment, and other instructional material.
  • Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
  • Establish control and administer discipline according to board policies and administrative regulations.
  • Submit schedules or reports as requested, including Medicaid and inventory reporting.
  • Maintain current knowledge of TEKS and assist with campus staff development as requested.
  • Conduct duties within required timelines.
  • Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Speech and Language Pathology or Communication Disorders Valid Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology license granted by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) One year in public school setting preferred Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to speech and language therapy services Knowledge of assessments, assessment procedures, completing and writing reports after an assessment, ARD/IEP meetings (paperwork and conducting the meetings), IEPs, therapy (activities, materials, timing, curriculum alignment), and documentation of therapy One year in public school setting preferred Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Basic computer skills (e.g., email, calendar, typing, accessing district’s systems for documenting progress/FIEs/ARDs Ability to concentrate on detailed work Ability to communicate and interface effectively with a wide variety of district personnel Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Must have own transportation