Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

TheraPeds LLC; Denton (MD); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 or 1099 employment

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a school-based position in Denton, MD. The role combines direct therapy with collaboration in a hybrid onsite/remote structure, with district and TheraPeds support and guaranteed hours.

The SLPA will provide therapy services, conduct screeners, monitor progress, and work with multidisciplinary teams, educators, and parents to support K–12 students’ communication needs.

Qualifications

• ASHA-registered SLPA certification required.
• State licensure as SLPA required where applicable.
• Department of Education SLPA licensure where required.
• Experience working with children in school settings preferred.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with tact and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct SLPA therapy to students.
• Conduct screening procedures and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents).
• Document therapy, planning and meetings as part of duties.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Education

ASHA-registered SLPA certification

State licensure as SLPA

Department of Education SLPA licensure (if required)

Job description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-time, hybrid role as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) serving a school located in Denton, MD.

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting screeners, monitoring progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details

• Full-time 37.5 hours/week
• September 2026 - May 2027
• 80% onsite and 20% hybrid for documentation/planning/meetings
• K – 12 grades
• Hybrid
• Job Duties: direct therapy, consultation, planning, collaboration with SLP supervisor
• Guaranteed Hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• Manageable caseloads
• Rate

Qualifications

• Valid SLPA Certification from an ASHA approved institution
• State License as Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant, where required
• Department of Education Licensure as a SLPA, where required
• Experience working with children
• Experience in a school setting preferred, but not required
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Organizational and time management skills
• Fingerprint background clearance
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, hybrid Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a school-based position in Denton, MD. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school speech-language pathology assistant jobs near me, Maryland school SLPA positions, or full-time pediatric SLPA roles in schools with guaranteed hours.