Rowland Unified School District
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT
Rowland Unified School District, Rowland Heights, California, United States, 91748
Salary:
$30.77 - $37.50 Hourly
Location :
Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type:
Regular Part-time
Job Number:
D-23/24-09
Department:
Special Education
Opening Date:
07/01/2023
Closing Date:
Continuous
ASSIGNMENT
FILING PERIODApplications for this position will be accepted on-line only. This recruitment is continuous and will close when a sufficient number of applications are received.*Applicants will be sent notifications via e-mail only*
POSITION :There is one (1) position, five and one half hours (5.5) per day, nine and one half (9.5) months a year. The tentative reporting hours for this position are from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. An eligibility list will be established to hire substitutes and to fill future vacancies.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES :Under the supervision of the Special Education Administrator and the general direction of the credentialed Speech-Language Pathologist, assists in providing educationally related speech therapy services to students with speech-language disorders (e.g., articulation and phonology, language processing, hearing and alternative and augmentative communication) as prescribed by the Individual Educational Program (IEP); performs a variety of instructional activities and clerical duties in support of student case management, and maintains records and documentation on students.
Classified Salary Range: 24.5Please click to view the complete job description.EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
An Associate degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology Assistance from an accredited college or Board approved SLPA program.
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 100 hours of SLPA fieldwork experience is required.
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
A valid, Class C, California Driver License, a good driving record and use of a private automobile is required and must be maintained during employment. Must maintain a current Speech and Language Pathology license throughout employment in this position.
Current and valid license for Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, issued by the State of California's Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board (SLPAB).
NOTE : Applicants
must provide a copy
of the following documents at the time of application (you may upload the documents to your profile):
Proof of education
(transcripts on letterhead or diploma);Current and valid registration as a
Speech-Pathology Language Assistant with the California Speech- Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispenser BoardYou may upload your documents to your application (
preferred ), or email them to Crystal Vahimarae at
cvahimarae@RowlandSchools.org . Call Crystal at 626 854-8388 if you have any questions.
Applications without the supporting documents will be considered
incomplete and will be disqualified.
Transcripts/Diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the
US equivalent
to be considered.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employees in this classification work primarily inside a classroom environment, in direct contact with students, district staff, and the public, with general guidance from a supervisor, with exposure to minor contagious illnesses (colds, flu, etc.), with high volume of work and frequent interruptions, with changing priorities and short deadlines, and drive an automobile to conduct work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 15 lbs., push, pull, stoop and kneel, balance, bend repeatedly, use fingers repetitively, use both hands simultaneously, manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard; speak clearly, hear normal conversation, and see near and far, use depth perception, see small details, use a computer and telephone.EXAMINATION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION
The examination may consist of the following:
Structured InterviewTechnical Project
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PROOF OF EDUCATION:If you received your education outside of the United States, you must have your degree/transcripts evaluated by a transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following:.
RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire
APPOINTMENT Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview.
The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months .
All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.
In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.
PROCESSING FEE:New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.
VETERANS CREDIT
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied upon initial hire.
VACATIONEmployees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.
HOLIDAYSFor twelve month employees, fifteen(15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.
SICK LEAVEOne (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.
HEALTH INSURANCEEmployees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Click below to view the benefits summary:
If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.
EDUCATIONAL STIPENDBeginning the 2022-23 school year, all employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.
Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend.Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipendRETIREMENTEmployees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Please see below fo view the retirement formula below:
PEPRA Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS)Classic Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
:New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
01
These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. You may find it useful to type your responses in a Word document and copy and paste them below. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.
YesNo
02
Do you possess a valid CA Driver License?
YesNo
03
Please identify your highest level of education.
No high school diplomaHigh school or equivalent (e.g. GED)Some college courseworkAssociate's degreeBachelor's degree or higher
04
Do you have a minimum of 100 hours of SLPA field work experience?
YesNo
05
Registration as a Speech-Pathology Language Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispenser Board is required for this position. How do you meet this requirement?
I do not have a certificationI am registered as a CA Registered Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
06
If you do possess a current/valid CA SLPA Registration, when does it expire?If you do not possess one, please type NA.
07
Please list the agencies/organizations that you obtained your SLPA field work experience hours along with the number of fieldwork hours you completed. For example: Lakeview Unified, 40 field work hours. If you do not have any field work hours, type NA.This information must be presented in the work history section of the application to be considered. Do not write "see resume."
08
I would be willing to accept a 5.5 hour a day/9.5 months a year position.
YesNo
09
I have uploaded my proof of education (transcripts on letterhead/diploma) and a copy of my CA SLPA Registration. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
YesNo
10
Are you interested in working as a substitute employee?
YesNo
11
I am interested in being tested for a bilingual (Spanish) position.
YesNo
12
I am interested in being tested for a bilingual/bi-literate (Spanish) position.
13
CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDERI understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was, IT WILL SHOW UP. Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above.
YesNo
14
"I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully."
YesNo
Required Question
$30.77 - $37.50 Hourly
Location :
Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type:
Regular Part-time
Job Number:
D-23/24-09
Department:
Special Education
Opening Date:
07/01/2023
Closing Date:
Continuous
ASSIGNMENT
FILING PERIODApplications for this position will be accepted on-line only. This recruitment is continuous and will close when a sufficient number of applications are received.*Applicants will be sent notifications via e-mail only*
POSITION :There is one (1) position, five and one half hours (5.5) per day, nine and one half (9.5) months a year. The tentative reporting hours for this position are from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. An eligibility list will be established to hire substitutes and to fill future vacancies.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES :Under the supervision of the Special Education Administrator and the general direction of the credentialed Speech-Language Pathologist, assists in providing educationally related speech therapy services to students with speech-language disorders (e.g., articulation and phonology, language processing, hearing and alternative and augmentative communication) as prescribed by the Individual Educational Program (IEP); performs a variety of instructional activities and clerical duties in support of student case management, and maintains records and documentation on students.
Classified Salary Range: 24.5Please click to view the complete job description.EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
An Associate degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology Assistance from an accredited college or Board approved SLPA program.
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 100 hours of SLPA fieldwork experience is required.
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
A valid, Class C, California Driver License, a good driving record and use of a private automobile is required and must be maintained during employment. Must maintain a current Speech and Language Pathology license throughout employment in this position.
Current and valid license for Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, issued by the State of California's Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board (SLPAB).
NOTE : Applicants
must provide a copy
of the following documents at the time of application (you may upload the documents to your profile):
Proof of education
(transcripts on letterhead or diploma);Current and valid registration as a
Speech-Pathology Language Assistant with the California Speech- Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispenser BoardYou may upload your documents to your application (
preferred ), or email them to Crystal Vahimarae at
cvahimarae@RowlandSchools.org . Call Crystal at 626 854-8388 if you have any questions.
Applications without the supporting documents will be considered
incomplete and will be disqualified.
Transcripts/Diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the
US equivalent
to be considered.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employees in this classification work primarily inside a classroom environment, in direct contact with students, district staff, and the public, with general guidance from a supervisor, with exposure to minor contagious illnesses (colds, flu, etc.), with high volume of work and frequent interruptions, with changing priorities and short deadlines, and drive an automobile to conduct work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 15 lbs., push, pull, stoop and kneel, balance, bend repeatedly, use fingers repetitively, use both hands simultaneously, manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard; speak clearly, hear normal conversation, and see near and far, use depth perception, see small details, use a computer and telephone.EXAMINATION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION
The examination may consist of the following:
Structured InterviewTechnical Project
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PROOF OF EDUCATION:If you received your education outside of the United States, you must have your degree/transcripts evaluated by a transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following:.
RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire
APPOINTMENT Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview.
The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months .
All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.
In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.
PROCESSING FEE:New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.
VETERANS CREDIT
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied upon initial hire.
VACATIONEmployees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.
HOLIDAYSFor twelve month employees, fifteen(15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.
SICK LEAVEOne (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.
HEALTH INSURANCEEmployees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Click below to view the benefits summary:
If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.
EDUCATIONAL STIPENDBeginning the 2022-23 school year, all employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.
Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend.Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipendRETIREMENTEmployees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Please see below fo view the retirement formula below:
PEPRA Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS)Classic Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
:New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
01
These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. You may find it useful to type your responses in a Word document and copy and paste them below. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.
YesNo
02
Do you possess a valid CA Driver License?
YesNo
03
Please identify your highest level of education.
No high school diplomaHigh school or equivalent (e.g. GED)Some college courseworkAssociate's degreeBachelor's degree or higher
04
Do you have a minimum of 100 hours of SLPA field work experience?
YesNo
05
Registration as a Speech-Pathology Language Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispenser Board is required for this position. How do you meet this requirement?
I do not have a certificationI am registered as a CA Registered Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
06
If you do possess a current/valid CA SLPA Registration, when does it expire?If you do not possess one, please type NA.
07
Please list the agencies/organizations that you obtained your SLPA field work experience hours along with the number of fieldwork hours you completed. For example: Lakeview Unified, 40 field work hours. If you do not have any field work hours, type NA.This information must be presented in the work history section of the application to be considered. Do not write "see resume."
08
I would be willing to accept a 5.5 hour a day/9.5 months a year position.
YesNo
09
I have uploaded my proof of education (transcripts on letterhead/diploma) and a copy of my CA SLPA Registration. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
YesNo
10
Are you interested in working as a substitute employee?
YesNo
11
I am interested in being tested for a bilingual (Spanish) position.
YesNo
12
I am interested in being tested for a bilingual/bi-literate (Spanish) position.
13
CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDERI understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was, IT WILL SHOW UP. Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above.
YesNo
14
"I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully."
YesNo
Required Question