Speech Language Pathologist Assistant at Sky Ranch Academy (Part-Time) 2026-27 School Year

National Heritage Academies•Watkins, CO

6d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) works under the supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide education and therapy intervention to students with identified speech and language disorders. This position is scheduled for 16 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university.
Active Colorado Department of Education (DOE) certification as an SLPA.
Experience working in a school setting, preferably with K-12 populations.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, compassion, patience, adaptability, and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively with supervising speech-language pathologists and school personnel.

Responsibilities

Assist SLPs in conducting individual or group therapy sessions and implement treatment plans.
Assist with speech and language screenings and evaluations and help gather data on student performance.
Prepare rooms for therapy sessions, gather necessary equipment, and organize therapy materials.
Communicate with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students.
Obtain case histories and completes observation checklists.
Manage student behavior using appropriately designed management techniques.
Summarize and record target behaviors during therapy sessions.
Organize and manage student data and records.
Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials.
Provide feedback to students and caregivers and educate them on exercises to improve communication skills.
Work with SLPs, teachers, and other healthcare professionals.
Additional duties as assigned.