SLPA ~ Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

The Creekside School; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Creekside School in California is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to join a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of a licensed SLP. You will help students with autism strengthen communication skills that support learning, relationships, and independence.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans, providing direct services to individuals and small groups, and collaborating with teachers, families, and other professionals to promote

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) program.
• Current California SLPA license or registration, as required.
• Knowledge of speech and language development and common communication disorders.
• Ability to implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized speech and language therapy plans under supervision of a licensed SLP.
• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in small groups.
• Help students develop speech, language, social communication, and functional communication skills.
• Assist with AAC systems and communication strategies.
• Document student progress and maintain therapy records.
• Prepare therapy materials and organize treatment activities.
• Collaborate with SLPs, teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Reinforce communication goals throughout the school environment.
• Participate in team meetings and IEP discussions as appropriate.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited SLPA program

Job description

Help Students Build Communication Skills for Everyday Life

A student expressing a need, connecting with a classmate, or using an AAC device with greater independence—these are the moments that make our work meaningful.

The Creekside School is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and motivated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to join our multidisciplinary team. Under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll help students with autism and other developmental disabilities strengthen communication skills that support learning, relationships, and independence.

If you value individualized support, teamwork, and celebrating progress in its many forms, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Creekside School

The Creekside School is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Through person-centered support, meaningful relationships, and evidence-based practices, we help individuals build independence, experience community inclusion, and pursue their fullest potential with dignity.

Our school provides individualized educational and therapeutic services that support communication, academic, social, behavioral, and life skills. We work together to create a learning environment where students feel respected, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Your Role at Creekside

As an SLPA, you’ll help students practice and use communication skills in therapy sessions and throughout the school day. You might support a student using an AAC system, reinforce communication goals during a classroom activity, or work with your supervising SLP to support a student’s growing independence.

You’ll build trusting relationships, recognize each student’s strengths, and contribute to a team that values steady progress and shared learning.

What You’ll Do

• Implement individualized speech and language therapy plans under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in small groups.
• Help students develop speech, language, social communication, and functional communication skills.
• Assist with the implementation of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and communication strategies.
• Document student progress and maintain accurate therapy records.
• Prepare therapy materials and organize treatment activities.
• Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, teachers, families, and other multidisciplinary team members to support student success.
• Reinforce communication goals throughout the educational environment.
• Participate in team meetings, IEP discussions as appropriate, and professional development opportunities.
• Follow school policies, supervision requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative school culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) program.
• Current California SLPA license or registration, as required.
• Knowledge of speech and language development and common communication disorders.
• Ability to implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities.
• Experience in a Nonpublic School (NPS), special education, or therapeutic educational setting.
• Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.
• Knowledge of IEP processes and special education regulations.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

A Team That Supports Your Growth

At Creekside, you’ll join colleagues who value compassion, respect, and learning from one another. We offer:

• Meaningful work that helps students build communication skills for lifelong independence.
• A supportive multidisciplinary team that shares ideas and works toward common goals.
• Mentorship from experienced Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your career in special education and speech-language pathology.
• A person-centered environment grounded in dignity, inclusion, and respect.

Our Values in Practice

• Relationships First: We build trust with students, families, and colleagues.
• Person-Centered Support: Each student’s strengths, goals, and individual needs guide our work.
• Learning Through Experience: We create everyday opportunities to practice communication, build connections, and develop skills.
• Teamwork: We collaborate across disciplines to support student success.
• Continuous Growth: We keep learning and improving together.

Join The Creekside School

Bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to a school where communication opens new possibilities.