Job Description
Published Description:
Pay: $60 - $65 per hour
Position Summary The School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) supports the delivery of speech and language services to students under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The SLPA assists with implementing therapy plans, preparing materials, documenting student performance, and promoting communication skills that support access to the educational environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Therapy Support
• Implement speech and language intervention activities as directed by the supervising SLP.
• Provide individual and small-group services aligned with student IEP goals.
• Support development of articulation, language, fluency, voice, and social communication skills.
• Assist with carryover of communication strategies in classroom and school routines.
Preparation & Materials
• Prepare therapy materials, activities, and assistive communication supports.
• Maintain therapy spaces and organize instructional resources.
• Support use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems as directed.
Data Collection & Documentation
• Collect data on student performance during therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate service logs and progress information for review by the supervising SLP.
• Assist with clerical tasks related to service delivery and scheduling as assigned.
Collaboration
• Work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers.
• Support generalization of communication skills across settings.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions as directed (non-evaluative role).
Professional & Ethical Practice
• Adhere to supervision guidelines and scope of practice established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and state regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
• Participate in ongoing professional development as required.
Qualifications
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or related field as required by state regulations.
• Current state SLPA license, registration, or authorization (as applicable).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children and adolescents.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in a school or pediatric setting.
• Familiarity with AAC devices and communication supports.
• Knowledge of special education processes and IEP implementation.
• Ability to support diverse learners and inclusive practices.
Working Conditions
• School-based environment serving students across classrooms and therapy spaces.
• May require travel between school sites within the district.
• Frequent interaction with students with communication needs.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout the school day.
• Ability to model speech and communication strategies.
• Ability to respond quickly to ensure student safety.
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Discipline: Speech Language Pathologists (SLP)
Specialty : School
Start Date: 19-Aug-2026
Length of Contract : Duration of School Year
Shift: Days
Hours: 7.5
Estimated Gross Pay: null
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work