Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - Tucson Campus ($1k Sign-On Bonus)

Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - Tucson Campus (KG-3rd & 6th-12th grade)

AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team

AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools.

Under the supervision and direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, the SLPA will be responsible for:

Implement student communication strategies

Move students toward progress on IEP goals

Engage in data-driven instruction and therapy

Implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies

Duties: 

Under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist, the SLPA must implement goals identified on student IEPs related to Speech and Language in the areas of:

Expressive Language Skills

Receptive Language Skills

Support for students with Augmentative Communication Devices

Support the classroom curriculum as it relates to language acquisition

Follow school-wide systems, rules, and positive behavior interventions

Deliver services in a classroom integration model

Coach the classroom staff on the implementation of speech/language therapy goals

Communicate effectively and proactively with students and families

Responsible for paperwork compliance with data collections relating to IEP goals

Accountability for growth and proficiency on IEP goals

Participate in annual and ongoing staff training

Consistent and regular attendance is a key requirement of this position.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience: $25.00 to $35.00 DOE (16 hours per week)

Paid sick time

Complementary access to Calm Health for you and up to 5 of your loved ones

Great professional development and advancement opportunities

Check out the career pathways we offer! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ikK7X5J6kG2EKHqcu4WpNu_oIpVmeBwh/view 

Up to $500 in non-taxable reimbursement for CEU and licensing fees incurred

Up to $5,000 per year in non-taxable Tuition Reimbursement (based on years of service)

$500 sign-on bonus ($250 after 30 days, the other $250 after 90 days of employment) 

Minimum Qualifications:

An associate's degree is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred

Minimum of two years SLPA experience in a school setting preferred

Experience delivering services in a school setting, in a classroom integration model preferred

 Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance

 Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills

 Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Required:

Arizona IVP Fingerprint clearance card

Associate's Degree in Speech Pathology (Bachelor's degree preferred)

Certified SLPA in the State of Arizona 

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work:  

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. 

Working Conditions:  

Work is routinely performed in an indoor classroom environment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.