SLPA: Speech-Language Therapy Assistant for Students

Fallriverschools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fall River Public Schools seeks a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant to support students with communication disorders under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. Assists with therapy services and equipment setup, contributing to program goals.

Requires associate degree or 60 credits, two years of related experience, and an SLPA license; duties include data collection, progress records, material preparation, and adherence to IEPs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 credits in a related program, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years related experience or training, or an aggregate combination of education and experience.
• SLPA license required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established IEPs to facilitate students' progress under the supervision of the Speech Language Pathologist.
• Collects data for monitoring services and sets up assigned equipment.
• Maintains files and records including progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, and other required documentation.
• Prepares materials necessary to provide services under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist.

Skills

Communication skills

Data collection

Record keeping

Reading plans

Education

Associate's degree in related field

60 college credits in related program

Two years related experience

SLPA license

Job description

Fall River Public Schools seeks a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant to support students with communication disorders under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. Assists with therapy services and equipment setup, contributing to program goals.

Requires associate degree or 60 credits, two years of related experience, and an SLPA license; duties include data collection, progress records, material preparation, and adherence to IEPs.