SUMMARY:

The SLP proctor works directly with the SLP to become familiar with the needs of the students identified with a speech/language impairment (SU). The SLP proctor would be responsible for retrieving the SU students from their classrooms and taking them to a specifically designated classroom for speech/language services to be provided by the SLP. The proctor would also be responsible for supervising and monitoring students. The speech/language pathologist (SLP) will be virtual and the SLP assistant will be live/in-person.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• An associate’s degree or higher, or 60 semester hours of coursework documented on an official transcript from an accredited institution of higher education; or
• Obtain a passing score from the Arizona Paraprofessional Assessments (ie. Para Pro, ACT Workkeys, or Master Teacher's Para Educator Learning Network). Must provide a copy of certificate
• AZ DPS IVP Fingerprint card required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

THE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED.

• Work under Virtual Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) directions to learn how to work with SLI students
• All work that the SLP proctor does with SLI students is under the supervision of the SLP
• Other duties (recess, lunch, dismissal) and projects as assigned by the building principal
• Assist Virtual Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) in preparing materials that are needed before lessons are taught for the week
• Attend staff meetings to relay information to Virtual SLP as deemed necessary
• Manage and maintain classroom expectations, routines, behaviors, and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all
• The SLP proctor will not work with identified SLI students without the presence of the SLP
• Unless required by law, does not disclose clinical or confidential information orally or in writing to anyone not designated by the Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS

Organizational skills, classroom management skills, computer skills, and strong, positive interpersonal skills.  Willingness to listen to and take directions from the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).

MENTAL TASKS

Communicates, reads, and comprehends information provided by SLP.  Performs functions from oral and written instructions along with observing others, evaluates written materials, Problem solves with detail.  Long-term planning skills.  Comprehend information written in the speech/language evaluation reports and information written in the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) of students identified with a speech/language impairment (SU).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work involves the performance of duties where extreme physical exertion is not normally required to perform all aspects of the job.  Work involves continued movement (walking) for extended periods, and requires moving from one location to another, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, holding, and grasping objects.  Visual weakness must not prohibit the performance of assigned duties.  Verbal communicative ability is a requirement. Written communicative ability is a requirement.  Possible moving/lifting of tables, desks, or chairs for the purpose of providing individual or group speech/language services.  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

EQUIPMENT, AIDS, TOOLS, MATERIALS

Utilize office equipment such as computers, mobile learning devices, telephones, printers, television screens, Polycom System, Google accounts, Zoom account, copiers, etc.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Employees will have the opportunity to attend workshops, and conferences, and utilize other professional development opportunities to improve his/her skills.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work will take place primarily indoors but some outside duties may be required in the classroom environment.  Exposure to weather.  Contact with students, school employees, and the general public.

FUNDING SOURCE

Title I and IDEA

SUPERVISOR

Exceptional Student Services Director

Approved 02.13.24

The Baboquivari Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity/Voluntary Affirmative Action Employer.

The Baboquivari Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

Additional information on the District's “Non-Discrimination Policy” can be viewed online at:

https://tb2cdn.schoolwebmasters.com/accnt_1500/site_1501/Documents/Non-Discrimination-Policy.pdf