Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) in Houston, TX

Sunbelt Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) for a contract role servicing students at two Houston-area campuses, Furr High School and Edison Middle School. The SLPA will travel between campuses, implementing therapy plans and documenting progress under supervision.

Ideal candidates have an active Texas SLPA license and prior school-based experience, with the ability to work independently and reliably commute between sites.

Qualifications

• Active Texas SLPA license required at time of application.
• Experience delivering school-based speech-language services.
• Ability to work independently without supervision hours for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Implement speech-language therapy plans for assigned students.
• Deliver direct intervention and document progress.
• Collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to support students' goals.
• Travel between two campuses to meet scheduling needs.

Skills

SLPA license

School-based experience

Independent work

Job description

A rewarding opportunity awaits licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) eager to make a positive impact within a dynamic school-based setting in the Houston metropolitan area. This contract position involves providing speech and language support at two school campusesFurr High School and Edison Middle Schoolboth located on the east side of Houston. If you're passionate about supporting student growth, thrive in a collaborative environment, and can reliably commute between these sites, this assignment may be a great match.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Texas SLPA license required (must be in hand at time of application)
• Prior experience delivering school-based speech-language services
• Demonstrated ability to provide support independently; client does not offer supervision hours for licensure
• Reliable transportation with commitment and comfort to commute between both campus locations
• Availability for on-site services throughout the assignment period
• Capacity and willingness to complete/pay for required HISD fingerprinting within three days of contract signing

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement speech-language therapy plans developed by supervising SLPs for assigned students
• Deliver direct intervention and maintain detailed documentation of progress
• Collaborate with educators, therapists, and families to support each students goals
• Manage a flexible caseload, travelling as necessary to meet scheduling needs at both campuses
• Adhere to all district policies, confidentiality standards, and reporting requirements

Additional Details:

• Contract runs from immediate start through late May 2027
• Initial out-of-pocket purchase of a laptop is required; reimbursement will be provided after procurement

Help Houston students succeed while developing your professional skill set within a supportive educational community.