26/27 Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 228060

Cumberland County Schools; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools is hiring a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in Fayetteville, NC. The role supports direct and indirect student services under the supervision of a licensed SLP, performing screenings, evaluations, and therapeutic activities.

Applicants must have an Associate’s Degree in SLP-A or a relevant credential, pass a board-approved competency test, and hold or be eligible for NCBOE-SLP-A licensure.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assisting or a Bachelor’s with relevant coursework.
• Passing score on a North Carolina competency test for SLP-As assistants.
• Valid NCBOE-SLP-A license or eligibility with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Administers screening protocols and therapeutic treatment per SLP guidance.
• Transports students to testing/therapy areas and records outcomes.
• Maintains student data, administers clerical tasks, and supports safety.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Speech-language pathology knowledge

Developmental psychology

Disorders and therapeutic approaches

Education

Associate’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assisting

Job description

26/27 Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 228060

Cumberland County Schools 228 Speech/ERC - Fayetteville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5947637

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assisting from an accredited institution of higher learning, community college, or equivalent program; or evidence of successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution as well as evidence of successful completion of courses developed by the North Carolina Department of Community Colleges. Assistants must achieve a passing score on a competency test approved by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

APPLICANTS WILL UPLOAD:

1. Resume'
2. Legible copy of an official transcript showing the SLP-Asst. Program was completed
3. Legible copy of a valid NCBOE-SLP-A License uploaded into the application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Student Services

• Administers screening protocols
• Transports students to/from testing or therapy area
• Administers therapeutic treatment protocols written by the speech-language pathologist
• Communicates with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students
• Obtains case histories and completes observation checklists
• Manages behavior using appropriately designed management techniques
• Summarizes and records target behaviors during therapy sessions

Indirect Student Services

• Performs clerical and administrative functions
• Organizes and manages student data and records
• Tabulates and scores test
• Arranges the clinical-educational setting to maintain a safe and positive environment
• Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, normal communication development, phonetics, developmental psychology, various types of disabilities seen in school children, and various speech-language disorders and approaches to therapeutic educational intervention, and roles of supervising speech-language pathologists and assistants.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
• Must be physically able to perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Must possess hand and finger dexterity for accurate input and output of computer data.
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Registration as an assistant with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists by a supervising speech-language pathologist who is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and subject to rule and regulations for speech-language pathology assistants adopted by the Board of Examiners.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $3,672 to $5,421 Per Month

Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Student Services > Speech/Language Assistant

Contact Information

• Jenna Estep , Speech Program Specialist
• 228 Speech/ERC
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]