Speech Language Assistant

Learn Academy; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401k

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

LEARN Academy in Tempe, AZ is seeking a School-Based Speech Language Pathology Assistant to support students with communication needs. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, assist the SLP with screenings, plan and monitor goals, and document progress toward IEP objectives in educational settings.

This is a full-time, temporary position with competitive compensation and benefits, aimed at supporting student success and evidence-based practice in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology or equivalent.
• Experience assisting SLPs in school settings is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators, families and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SLP in screenings using established protocols.
• Implement therapy activities aligned with IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate speech-language strategies.
• Prepare therapy materials and equipment for classroom use.
• Document student progress toward objectives and report to the SLP.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, interventions and progress.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development.
• Organize classroom activities and materials for learning.
• Support MTSS/RTI initiatives under SLP guidance.
• Utilize assistive technology as directed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Educational settings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Assistive technology devices

Job description

Speech Language Pathology Assistant LEARN Academy

Address 4525 S. College Avenue, Tempe, AZ, 85282, US

Schedule Full time

Job Type Temporary

Highlights

• Local Clinical Manager support
• Full-Time Hours
• Competitive Compensation ~ W2 Hourly, Rate DOE, direct and indirect compensation, guaranteed hours

Description

Why Join LEARN Academy?

As a School-Based Speech Language Pathology Assistant at LEARN Academy, you will play a vital role in supporting students with communication needs. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence-based interventions that promote communication growth and student success in the educational setting.

You will work across school settings alongside teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers to deliver high-quality support. Responsibilities include evaluating student needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress toward IEP goals.

Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves

LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network), a nationwide provider of special education services to schools, formerly Light Street Special Education Solutions, helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners.

What We Offer

• Local Clinical Manager support
• Full-time or Part-time Hours
• Competitive Compensation ~ W2 Hourly, Rate DOE, direct and indirect compensation, guaranteed hours
• Benefit packages that include different plan options that work for you and your family, which includes medical/dental/vision
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Professional development allowance, licensure and professional association dues reimbursement

What You Have

• Bachelor's in speech-language pathology

What You'll Do

• Assist the SLP in conducting speech and language screenings using established protocols without interpretation.
• Implement speech and language therapy activities designed by the SLP that align with students' IEP goals and educational needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support the integration of speech and language strategies into the educational curriculum.
• Prepare therapy materials and equipment for use in classroom and therapy activities as determined by student needs.
• Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and report this information to the supervising SLP.
• Maintain accurate records of student assessments, interventions, and progress.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to stay current with best practices in school-based speech-language pathology.
• Assist in organizing classroom activities by preparing educational materials and creating an orderly learning environment.
• Support early intervening services by participating in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) initiatives under SLP guidance
• Use assistive technology devices for communication as directed by the SLP.

Physical Requirements

is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.