• Provides direct treatment assistance to identified students; prepares work areas and materials for use during speech-language services.
• Conducts speech-language observations using specified observation protocols developed by certificated speech-language pathologist staff.
• Accompanies students to and from therapy sessions and/or prepares for speech-language session.
• Maintains comprehensive records and materials relating to screening results and provides information to certificated staff.
• Maintains a positive attitude towards students.
• Follows documented treatment plans or protocols developed by certificated staff; documents and reports student progress toward meeting established goals as stated in an Individualized Education Plan or an Individualized Family Services Plan.
• Assists speech-language pathologist staff during assessment of students; maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to students and their families.
• Schedules activities; prepares a variety of materials including charts, graphs, and other data display information; provides recordkeeping for student files; and performs related office support tasks.
• Maintains and cleans equipment using infection control protocol; checks and maintains equipment in proper working condition.
• Participates with certificated staff in research projects; attends inservice training and other related activities.
• Participates in classroom activities as requested by speech-language pathologist staff; attends conferences and workshops related to speech-language pathology services.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from a recognized school or program for Speech and Language Pathology Assistant as part of an AA degree in Science, including specialized course work, observation supervision, and fieldwork experience.  Prior experience in educational or clinical settings is preferred. 
• Possession of valid registration as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology Board.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided).
• Knowledge of technical aspects of field of specialty; speech-language pathology equipment, materials, and procedures; oral and written communication skills; and reading and writing English communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and adults; perform a variety of complex tasks; and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including microcomputers and related software applications; use appropriate oral and written language in contacts with students, parents, and District staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and plan and organize work.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports; meet schedules and timelines; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; work independently with little direction; read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; communicate honestly, clearly, accurately, coherently, and concisely; respect and consider age, gender, cultural/linguistic background, and related factors when providing services.
• Ability to hear and speak to exchange information in person and on the telephone; read, prepare, and proofread documents; perform assigned duties; sit or stand for extended periods of time; operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneel, bend at the waist, and reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally; to retrieve and store files and supplies; and lift light objects.

Application Procedure for Current District Employees and Substitutes:

Probationary employees serving the initial probationary period (6 months) in the District are not eligible for voluntary transfer.  However, they are eligible to apply for a promotional opportunity pursuant to Article 11, Transfer of the CVCEO/District Agreement. 

• Request for Transfer or Request for Promotion [813029 or 813028] or Application for Specific Position [813004]
• Current resume
• AA Degree
• Valid registration as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant

 Application Procedure for Outside Applicants:

• Application for Non-Certificated Position (can be obtained from 84 East J St., Chula Vista, CA  91910) 
• Current Resume
• Two recent letters of recommendation from current/previous supervisors
• AA Degree
• Valid registration as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant

 Requests for Transfer or Requests for Promotion [813029 or 813028] or Application for Specific Position [813004] for this position must be received in the Human Resources Department. THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure your request is received, you may wish to hand deliver it to the Human Resources Department.

  Posting Date:  February 17, 2011

The Chula Vista Elementary School District is committed to providing equal educational, contracting, and employment opportunity to all in strict compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The District office that monitors compliance is the Human Resources Services and Support Office, 84 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910, phone (619) 425-9600, ext. 1340. Any individual who believes s/he has been a victim of unlawful discrimination in employment, contracting, or in an educational program may file a formal complaint with the District's Human Resources Office.

CULTURALLY DIVERSE AND BILINGUAL CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY