Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) — School-Based Therapy

Fitchburg School District; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Fitchburg School District in Fitchburg, MA seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to provide speech and language services under a licensed supervisor. The SLPA will maintain records and support IEP goals, collaborating with teachers and families to optimize student outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred), and a Massachusetts SLPA license. The role includes responsibility for documentation, progress reporting, and participation in district programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Massachusetts License as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.
• Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders.
• Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students under the direction of the licensed supervisor.
• Participate in Team process as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve oral and written language skills.
• Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law and licensing boards.
• Monitor the progress and needs of pupils and develop goals and objectives.
• Meet with students regularly according to treatment program schedule and report progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Fitchburg School District in Fitchburg, MA seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to provide speech and language services under a licensed supervisor. The SLPA will maintain records and support IEP goals, collaborating with teachers and families to optimize student outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred), and a Massachusetts SLPA license. The role includes responsibility for documentation, progress reporting, and participation in district programs