Classroom Therapy Assistant

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Classroom Therapy Assistant.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
Position
serves as classroom therapy assistant for approximately 37-40 hours per week to
a nationally-certified speech-language pathologist who provides direct
intervention to children with severe communication disorders and academic
challenges through the DuBard School for Language Disorders

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in the educational development
   of students with significant communication disorders and academic challenges under
   the direction and guidance of the classroom speech-language pathologist.
2. Assist in the implementation of
   Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for the students and monitor their progress toward IEP
   goals.
3. Provide support for individual
   students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate
   in activities.
4. Assist classroom speech-language
   pathologists with maintaining student records, including progress monitoring
   and data collection, and preparing instructional materials.
5. Support students with social,
   emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social
   skills.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Two years of college study (60
semester hours) is required. A minimum of one year of experience working with
children in an educational setting is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to utilize computer, computer software (word, excel, etc.), copy machine, fax machine.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, respect, and discretion when dealing with confidential matters and student files.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, colleagues, families, and university students.
• Ability to be compassionate and empathetic while working with a diverse population.
• Ability to be flexible in job assignments.
• Ability to learn the multisensory instructional method utilized in the program.
• Demonstrated skill with oral language and reading proficiency.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.