26 - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant @ Belton School District

Belton School District • Belton, MO

109d • $43,000 - $80,499

About The Position

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) needed for the 2025-2026 school year. This position requires the completion of an SLPA program OR a bachelor's degree in communication science and disorders and ASHA education modules, OR a bachelor's degree in another field plus completion of ASHA education modules and completion of necessary coursework. The SLPA must pass the ASHA Assistants Certification Exam. The role involves providing therapy and support to individuals with communication disorders, working under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and preparing therapy materials. The SLPA will also document student progress, maintain records, and report information, and may help administer and score screeners.

Requirements

• Completion of an SLPA program OR a bachelor's degree in communication science and disorders and ASHA education modules.
• Bachelor's degree in another field plus completion of ASHA education modules and necessary coursework.
• Must pass ASHA Assistants Certification Exam.
• Missouri teaching certification required.

Nice To Haves

• National Board Certification (additional $3,120 for teachers with this certification).
• CCC completion (additional $1,300 per year for Speech and Language Therapists).

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy and support to individuals with communication disorders.
• Work under the SLP's supervision, implementing treatment plans.
• Document student progress and maintain records.
• Report information regarding student progress.
• Prepare therapy materials.
• Help administer and score screeners.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.
• Opportunity to move horizontally on the salary schedule up to 2x per school year.
• Additional opportunities for sponsorships, coaching, and professional committees.
• Supportive mentoring program.
• Professional development for beginning teachers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree