Position Title: Communications Aide

Salary Schedule: CLBT4

Department:  Exceptional Students Educational Program

Job Code: 480

Reports To: Principal, SLP Lead, SLP Coordinator

Work Schedule: 187 Days / 8 hours per day

Grade/Level:  N/A

FLSA: Exempt: No

Primary Function: Facilitates development of communication skills under the supervision of a certified SLP

Classroom environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone

Seeing to read a variety of materials

Sitting for extended periods of time

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology required

Paraprofessional certification will be required

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance

Conducts speech/language therapy sessions according to schedule

Notifies staff in a timely manner of any changes to schedule

Reports and maintains student attendance and data to assess progress

Complies with Federal, State and System regulations regarding due process

Refers to other agencies and/or personnel when appropriate

Investigates and uses new strategies for delivering student services

Participates in professional learning opportunities provided

Attends scheduled departmental meetings

Participates with school administrators/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of speech-language program into total educational system

Participates in RTI process at local school level

Reports information required for local, state, and federal programs

Maintains confidentiality of student and student records   

Adheres to legal statutes, organizational rules, and community standards

Maintains successful working relationships with co-workers

Functions as a team worker

Manifests emotional stability and maturity in all phases of job performance

Gets along positively with staff, supervisors, and visitors

Treats confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion and avoids gossip

Meets obligations with punctuality and maintains regular attendance

Works without constant direction

Communicates effectively both orally and in writing

Seeks to improve skills and knowledge

Uses time efficiently

Maintains effective physical setting for optimum job performance

Presents a professional image when representing Paulding County Schools through word, action and dress

Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare

Provides therapy per IEPs under the directions of the SLP

Reviews plans and schedules with the SLP on a regular basis

Manages the learning environment

Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare

Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee