Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Lionsgate Academy; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 55,545,000 - 63,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mentor support

80 hours PTO

Summers off

Job summary

Lionsgate Academy is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to provide direct speech and language services under supervision. The role supports middle and high school students with communication goals defined in their IEPs.

The ideal candidate holds Minnesota SLPA licensure or eligibility, an associate degree in SLPA, and strong teamwork skills to collaborate with SLPs, teachers, families, and the education team.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota SLPA license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Associate degree from an accredited SLPA program or qualifying education and training.
• Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete the required job tasks.
• Experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum and/or middle or high school age.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language services under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Work individually and in small groups with middle/high school students to support communication goals identified in their IEPs.
• Collect data and maintain accurate documentation of student progress and services.
• Prepare therapy materials, visuals, and activities.
• Collaborate with SLPs, teachers, EAs, families, and other members of the student’s educational team.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Data collection

Documentation

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in SLPA

Eligibility for Minnesota SLPA license

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Join the team at Lionsgate Academy and make a difference in a student's life TODAY! Everything we do at Lionsgate is aimed at fulfilling our mission which is inclusively designed to address the unique learning needs of students living with autism or other learning differences. Lionsgate - a place for both students and staff to learn, a place to truly belong.WHAT SLPA's DO:Provide direct speech and language services under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.Work individually and in small groups with middle/high school students to support communication goals identified in their IEPs.Support students with expressive/receptive language, social communication, fluency, and functional communication needs.Assist with AAC and other communication supports and strategies.Collect data and maintain accurate documentation of student progress and services.Prepare therapy materials, visuals, and activities.Collaborate with SLPs, teachers, EAs, families, and other members of the student’s educational team.Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and student-centered school environment.WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary team members to support student successBenefit options; medical, disability, vision, FSA, HSA, 403B and free dental80 hours Paid Time Off in the school yearWork in a fun, rewarding and collaborative environment and receive mentor supportHours are 7:45a-4:15pHave summers off and the opportunity to work Extended School YearWE OFFER: $28.00- $32.00/hour depending on education and experiencewww.lionsgate.academyWHAT YOU’LL BRING:Current Minnesota SLPA license or eligibility to obtain oneAssociate degree from an accredited SLPA program or qualifying education and training.Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete the required job tasksAbility to work collaboratively and accept direction and feedback from the supervising SLPExperience working with individuals on the autism spectrum and or middle or high school age.