Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

TheraPeds • Littleton, CO

16d • $60 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a part-time, school-based position in Littleton, Colorado, during the 2026–2027 school year. The role serves PreK–12 students on-site and provides direct speech-language therapy services, consultation, progress monitoring, planning, and collaboration with the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The SLPA works with educators, families, related-service professionals, and administrators, with support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners.

The schedule is 2–4 hours per week, October through May, with hours listed as 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Compensation is $60–$70 per hour, based on experience and employment arrangement. The position includes guaranteed hours, including designated documentation, administrative, and planning time, a manageable caseload, and ongoing collaboration and supervision from a licensed SLP. Benefits and compensation depend on employment classification and eligibility; the role may be offered as W-2 employment or a 1099 independent contractor arrangement.

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.
• Hold the 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in small groups under SLP supervision.
• 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 regarding 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.
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include benefit resources and flexibility associated with independent contractor status.

What This Job Offers

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