Speech Language Pathologist Assistant School SLPA
About The Position
TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with local Colorado schools to provide Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment. This is a full-time, on-site role as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) serving a school located in Castle Rock, CO. The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting screeners, monitoring progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.
Requirements
- Valid SLPA Certification from an ASHA approved institution
- Department of education licensure as an SLPA, where required
- State License as Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant, where required
- Experience working with children
- Organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in use of technology
- Fingerprint background clearance
- Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications
- Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a school setting preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- providing therapy services to students
- conducting screeners
- monitoring progress
- collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
- Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
- Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
