Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

TheraPeds • Littleton, CO

15d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a part-time, school-based position in Littleton, Colorado, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position runs from October through May and serves PreK–12 students in an on-site, in-person setting. The stated schedule is 2–4 hours per week, with hours listed as 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Compensation is $60–$70 per hour, based on experience and employment arrangement. Guaranteed hours include designated documentation, administrative, and planning time. The SLPA receives dual support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners and works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.

The role provides direct speech-language services, consultation, progress monitoring, planning, and collaboration with the supervising SLP and school teams. The SLPA works with educators, families, related-service professionals, and administrators to help students communicate effectively and participate in their educational environments. Responsibilities must remain within the SLPA scope of practice and applicable supervision, district, state, federal, and professional requirements.

TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado-based, therapist-owned and operated team of special education providers that partners with local schools and districts to deliver special education and related services to PreK–12 students. The organization emphasizes collaboration, meaningful connections, and support for both students and providers.

Requirements

• Complete an appropriate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant educational or training program.
• Hold or be eligible for Colorado Speech-Language Pathology Assistant authorization or registration, as applicable to the position.
• Have an appropriate Department of Education credential or authorization where required.
• Be able to practice under the supervision of a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist in accordance with applicable state and district requirements.
• Understand speech, language, communication, and child development.
• Be able to implement treatment activities and collect accurate student data under SLP supervision.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Be proficient with technology used for documentation and communication.
• Be able to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances.
• Be able to collaborate professionally with students, families, educators, administrators, and related-service professionals.
• Demonstrate professionalism, tact, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality.
• Be able to perform necessary physical functions, which may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, and engaging with students throughout school environments, subject to assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• ASHA SLPA certification preferred, where applicable.
• School-based experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in small groups under the supervision of an SLP.
• Implement treatment plans and IEP goals developed by the supervising SLP and educational team.
• Support students with articulation, phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, social communication, and other communication needs within the SLPA scope of practice.
• Conduct screenings and assist with other activities as permitted within the SLPA scope of practice and under appropriate supervision.
• Collect data and monitor student performance and progress.
• Complete accurate and timely service documentation.
• Provide information to the supervising SLP for progress reports and IEP documentation.
• Participate in consultation, planning, and team collaboration as appropriate to the SLPA role.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising SLP about student progress, concerns, and service needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related-service providers, and other school professionals.
• Support carryover and implementation of communication strategies within educational environments.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with district, state, federal, and professional requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits may be available to eligible W-2 employees.
• 401(k) may be available to eligible W-2 employees.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• Benefit resources may be available for 1099 independent contractors.
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed