Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A)

South Shore Charter Public School; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Charter Public School in Norwell, Massachusetts, seeks a Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A) to start immediately through November 30, 2026. 40 hours per week, under supervision of an ASHA-certified/licensed SLP, providing direct therapy and collaborative services to students.

The role includes screenings, data collection, and participation in a multidisciplinary team, with emphasis on HIPAA/FERPA compliance and IEP goals. Salary is $30–$39 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must pass all criminal history checks.
• ASHA-certified and/or licensed SLP supervision required.
• Academic coursework and fieldwork requirements per ASHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy under supervision.
• Assist with screenings, assessments and testing.
• Implement therapy goals in individual and group settings.
• Record data and progress notes accurately.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and school staff.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and FERPA.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA/FERPA compliance

Education

ASHA qualifications/degree course

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A)

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Job ID: 5912641

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The South Shore Charter Public School is looking to hire a Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A) to start as soon as possible through November 30, 2026.

The SLP-A is responsible for providing speech therapy and other related services to students in either a one-on-one and/or small group setting under the supervision of an ASHA-certified and/or licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. The SLP-A is also expected to participate in collaborative training across disciplines as well as work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Reports to:
Director of Student Services

Status:
Full Time = 100% FTE = 40 hours per week

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide direct, specialized treatment as identified by the supervising SLP, by following the written Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist the supervising SLP with speech/language and hearing screenings, assessments, examinations, and testing without clinical interpretation of the results.
• Implement therapy goals in an individual setting and facilitate activities in a group setting as well as addressing social skills.
• Perform data collection duties as directed and record keeping of all services delivered.
• Document and record information regarding performance, progress, and discharge of students, report this information to the supervising SLP.
• Implement augmentative or alternative communication methods and instruction, including automated devices, computer technology, sign language, PECS, etc.
• Exhibit compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, reimbursement requirements, and SLPAs' responsibilities.
• Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
• Participate in professional development.
• Offer intervention strategies to teachers, parents, and other staff targeting individualized student speech/language goals and objectives.
• Communicate regularly and openly with supervisors, therapy team members, and parents/guardians of child.
• Maintain accurate and timely submissions of paperwork, including data reports, etc.
• Work collaboratively and communicate with parents/families, other team members, and staff in a manner that emphasizes support for student success.
• Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP.
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist with departmental operations (scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment).

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $30 to $39 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Welcome to South Shore Charter Public School High School, South Shore Charter Public School Elementary, South Shore Charter Public School Middle School

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the South Shore Charter Public School to maintain an environment that is conducive to learning, working, is peaceful, and respects the dignity of all persons. The South Shore Charter Public School does not discriminate, exclude from participation, deny benefits, nor access to programs or facilities based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or disability, housing status, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, political affiliation, citizenship status, veteran status, homelessness, or English language proficiency in all aspects of employment and education including the selection of students or staff as defined and required by federal and state laws. The South Shore Charter Public School and all its programs are fully accessible to all students who can be served by our nurturing, project-based, volunteer-intensive, technology-dependent, and college preparatory academic program environment. The South Shore Charter Public School actively seeks a staff that fully reflects the diversity of our society. The South Shore Charter Public School actively seeks partner organizations, which will assist in helping to diversify our student and staff population.

Job Requirements

• Must pass all criminal history checks.
  The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant must have completed the necessary qualifications as specified by ASHA:
  Must have completed an approved course of academic study
  Must have completed field work under the supervision of an ASHA-certified and/or licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
  An academic course of study must include or be equivalent to:
  An associate’s degree in an SLP-A program
  OR
  A bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program
  AND
  A successful completion of a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent
  AND
  Demonstration of competency in the skills required of an SLP-A
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Taylor Ferreira , Executive Assistant
• 700 Longwater Drive
• Norwell, Massachusetts 02061
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• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]