Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
About The Position
The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) supports the delivery of speech, language, and communication services to preschool children in an ESE preschool setting. The assistant carries out delegated intervention activities and established treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The position is part-time, approximately 20 hours per week, based on Broward County instructional school days. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., based on Broward County instructional school days. Compensation is $27 per hour. Arc Broward describes itself as a leader in developmental disabilities, forward-thinking and innovative, and committed to team members’ professional growth, training, and success. It provides a positive and supportive work environment. Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and follows the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities. It may verify qualifications, credentials, and employment eligibility under applicable laws and organizational policies.
Requirements
- Possess current Florida State SLPA Certification.
- Have experience with children or adults with varying exceptionalities.
- Successfully pass required criminal background screening, employment physical, and drug screening.
- Enjoy working in a positive and supportive environment with others.
Responsibilities
- Implement delegated speech and language intervention activities addressing receptive language, expressive language, speech sound production, vocabulary, social communication, and functional communication skills.
- Carry out treatment plans and individualized therapy activities designed by the supervising SLP.
- Facilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate, play-based communication activities for individual children and small groups.
- Collect data on designated treatment goals, document services provided, and report student responses and progress to the supervising SLP.
- Prepare and organize therapy materials, visual supports, and communication resources for individualized intervention.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
