Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Success Matcher Recruitment; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Matcher Recruitment is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) in St. Clair County, AL, for school-based work under the supervision of a licensed SLP.

You will implement treatment plans for Pre-K through 12th grade to improve articulation, language, and classroom participation. You will perform direct therapy, data collection, material prep, AAC device maintenance, and occasional clerical duties within a school setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an SLPA program or a Bachelor's in Communications Sciences and Disorders.
• Alabama SLPA License issued by ABESPA.
• Must meet ALSDE requirements for support personnel.
• Previous experience in a school or pediatric clinical setting preferred.
• Must pass Alabama background check and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Implementation: follow SLP plans to treat articulation, language, voice, and fluency disorders.
• Student Engagement: work one-on-one or in small groups.
• Progress Tracking: collect data and document performance for the supervising SLP.
• Material Preparation: create/adapt clinical materials for student needs.
• Equipment Maintenance: ensure AAC devices are functional for student use.
• Clerical Support: assist with scheduling, records, and IEP prep as directed.

Skills

Follow complex clinical protocols

People skills

Time management

Education

Associate degree in SLPA program

Bachelor's degree in Communications Sciences and Disorders

Job description

About the job Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Location: St. Clair County, AL (Pell City / Ashville / Springville areas)

Compensation: $20.00 – $25.00 / Hour

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (School Calendar)

Job Summary

We are looking for a high-energy, detail-oriented Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to join our clinical team in St. Clair County. Working under the supervision of a licensed SLP, you will provide essential therapy services to students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Your primary goal will be to implement treatment plans that help students improve their communication skills, confidence, and classroom participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Implementation: Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP to treat disorders of articulation, language, voice, and fluency.
• Student Engagement: Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to practice speech exercises and language activities.
• Progress Tracking: Collect data and document student performance during sessions, providing clear and concise notes to the supervising SLP.
• Material Preparation: Assist in creating and adapting clinical materials (visual schedules, communication boards, or digital tools) to meet the specific needs of the student.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and check augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices to ensure they are functional for student use.
• Clerical Support: Assist with clerical duties such as scheduling, record keeping, and preparing for IEP meetings as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree from a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program OR a Bachelors degree in a relevant field (Communication Sciences and Disorders).
• Licensure: Current Alabama SLPA License issued by the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA).
• Certification: Must meet all ALSDE (Alabama State Department of Education) requirements for support personnel.
• Experience: Previous experience in a school or pediatric clinical setting is preferred.
• Background Check: Must pass the Alabama state-mandated background check and fingerprinting process.
• Key Skills: * Ability to follow complex clinical protocols with high accuracy.
  • Strong "people skills" to build rapport with children of all ages.
  • Excellent time management to keep up with school-day schedules.

Working in St. Clair County

St. Clair County offers a unique professional environment, blending growing suburban districts with close-knit rural schools. As an SLPA here, you will benefit from a collaborative atmosphere and the opportunity to work across various school settings, from Pell City to Ashville.