School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP)
About The Position
Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of contract therapy services dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of students in schools across Maryland. We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our team, working collaboratively with licensed Speech-Language Pathologists and assisting them to support students' communication and language development within educational settings. As a School-Based Speech Language Pathology Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students overcome communication challenges, improve their speech and language skills, and achieve their educational goals. Under the guidance and supervision of licensed Speech Language Pathologists, your work will directly contribute to the success and well-being of students in the school environment.
Requirements
- SLPA MD State Licensure
- Under the supervision of an SLP, you will provide therapy services to school-aged students of varying ages and disabilities
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as an SLPA assisting the SLP in a school or pediatric setting is preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, educators, and support staff.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to assist in managing caseload and documentation.
- Dedication to providing culturally competent and student-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting speech and language assessments under the direction of licensed Speech Language Pathologists.
- Provide speech and language therapy interventions, exercises, and activities to support students' communication, articulation, fluency, and language skills.
- Collaborate closely with educators, parents, and other members of the school-based team to implement strategies that support students' participation in the classroom and social activities.
- Support the implementation of individualized treatment plans and carryover of therapy goals into the classroom.
- Assist in monitoring and documenting students' progress, communicating findings to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Work with small groups of students or individual students to reinforce therapy techniques and activities.
- Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, including session notes, progress reports, and billing documentation.
- Support, participate, and assist in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, team meetings, and school-based professional development opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and ethical standards governing speech-language pathology assistant services in schools.
Benefits
- Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
- 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
- Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
- State Licensure Reimbursement
- National Certification Stipend
- Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Dedicated Educational Services Manager (also a part-time benefit)
- Employee Assistance program (also a part-time benefit)
- Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
