Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Position Details:
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week)
• Contract Duration: Full School Year
• Location: Washington
Speech Language Pathology Assistant Benefits:
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plan as well as 401k with employer match
• Tax-free stipends are available to those who qualify.
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree in and/or graduation from a Speech-Language Pathology assistant certificate program, OR Bachelors degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders with a minimum of 70 hours field work/clinical experience from a Board-approved program
- Under the direction and supervision of a Speech and Language Pathologist, the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) assists in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services by completing a variety of tasks such as, but not limited to, direct activities with students designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication. The SLPA serves students who have identified speech and language disorders and may have other disabilities as well.