Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Odyssey Academy - Support Center; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Academy - Support Center in Texas City, TX is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to support licensed SLPs in delivering services to students with speech and language needs.

Under supervision, the SLPA will implement IEP goals, prepare materials, maintain progress records, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders and Texas ASHA/LLR registrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders required.
• Current registration as an SLPA with the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation and ASHA at appointment and maintain registration.
• Minimum 25 hours of clinical observation in speech-language pathology.
• Minimum 25 hours of clinical assisting experience in speech-language pathology from a Board-approved program.

Responsibilities

• Assist speech and language therapist with implementation of IEP goals.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Manage and use time effectively.
• Demonstrate appropriate conduct with students and staff.
• Prepare and present materials to support therapy objectives.
• Maintain student progress documentation.
• Interact with parents, students, supervisors, and school staff.
• Differentiate lessons to meet student needs with guidance from SLP.
• Consult with Supervisor when progress is not consistent.
• Coordinate carry over activities with classroom teacher and home.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Tools

SLP equipment

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5133872
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 04, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 20, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Reports To: Licensed Speech Language Pathologist/ Director of Special Services

School/Program: Special Education

Primary Work Site: Campus as Assigned

Calendar Days: 187 days

Pay Scale/Status: Teacher, Librarian, Nurse Pay Scale/Exempt

Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of a Speech and Language Pathologist, the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) assists in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services by completing a variety of tasks such as, but not limited to, direct activities with students designed to develop pre-language and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication. The SLPA serves students who have identified speech and language disorders and may have other disabilities as well.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist speech and language therapist with implementation of IEP goals.
• Effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written forms.
• Manage and use time effectively.
• Demonstrate appropriate conduct.
• Select, prepare, and present materials effectively.
• Maintain student progress documentation.
• Provide effective implementation of therapy objectives.
• Interact successfully with parents, students, supervisors, and school staff.
• Modify or differentiate lessons to meet students’ needs and progress with guidance from SLP.
• Consult with Supervisor when students’ progress is not consistent.
• Develop and monitor carry over activities with classroom teacher and home.
• Develop and provide creative, appropriate lessons/materials to ensure progress towards student IEP goals.
• Work with students individually and in small groups.
• Develop schedules for student services that meets current IEP services.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Licenses and Certificates: Current registration as an SLPA with the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation and ASHA at the time of appointment and must maintain current registration throughout employment in this classification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Speech and language pathology equipment, materials, and procedures
• Normal speech, language, and hearing development
• Language disorders and rehabilitation
• Articulation disorders and rehabilitation
• Acquired disorders and rehabilitation.
• Learning patterns in children
• Student behavior management techniques and strategies
• Learning disabilities of children with special education needs
• English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar
• Routine recordkeeping

Experience:

• Minimum of 25 hours of clinical observation in the area of speech-language pathology
• 25 hours of clinical assisting experience in speech-language pathology from a Board-approved program.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $57,943.82 to $83,439.40 TLN

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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