SLPA-Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Fall River Public Schools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Fall River seeks a dedicated Speech and Language Pathology Assistant to support students with communication disorders. The role involves assisting a Speech Language Pathologist in therapy services and maintaining records as per established plans. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, along with an SLPA license and strong communication skills. The position requires flexibility as it may involve working in different locations within the district.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from college or 60 credits in related program.
• Minimum of two years related experience.
• SLPA license required.
• Ability to document via routine required reports and correspondence.
• Ability to lift/move up to 20–40 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing speech and language therapy services.
• Follow Individual Educational Plans to facilitate student progress.
• Maintain records including progress reports and treatment plans.
• Prepare materials under the SLP's direction to provide services.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to read treatment plans

Problem-solving skills

Follow instructions

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

SLPA license

Job description

Job Details

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ SLPA
• Date Posted: 8/22/2025
• Location: Fall River Public Schools

Position

Speech and Language Pathology Assistant

Job Description

Assists the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language therapy services for students with communication disorders, including technical assistance with equipment required for accommodating disabilities or required supports.

Performance Responsibilities

• Follows established Individual Educational Plans to facilitate students' progress on communication and educational goals under the supervision of the Speech Language Pathologist.
• Collects data for monitoring services, as well as setting up and tracking assigned equipment.
• Maintains files and records including but not limited to progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, and other required documentation.
• Prepares, under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, materials necessary to provide services.

Required Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience:
  • Associate's degree from college, 60 credits in related program; or
  • A minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or
  • An aggregate combination of experience and education in the field.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • An SLPA license.
• Communication and Language Skills:
  • Ability to read and understand plans for services as written in student treatment and support plan.
  • Ability to communicate and record via routine required reports, records and correspondence.
  • Able to read and interpret documents including safety requirements, instructions for operating and maintaining equipment, and procedural instructions or manuals.
  • Able to understand instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and follow accordingly.
• Calculation and Math Skills:
  • Ability to calculate in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
  • Able to problem solve situations including complex situations with multiple variables.

Additional Requirements

The employee may be used as an itinerant and required to move about within or between buildings. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 20 to 40 pounds of equipment.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals to perform the required duties and functions.

Reports To

Supervising SLP or Director of Special Education

Terms of Employment

Salary and benefits in accordance with the Fall River Educators Association Unit B Contract scale. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

Equal Opportunity

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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