Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Time Off

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will support the Speech Language Pathologist in implementing treatment plans, conducting screenings, and documenting student progress. You'll be part of a culture that values equity, accountability, and collaboration, working towards ensuring every student succeeds. This position offers competitive compensation and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while promoting educational excellence. If you are passionate about helping students and committed to fostering an inclusive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• SLPA Authorization and completion of SLPA training necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech Language Pathologist with treatment plans and screenings.
• Document student performance and clerical tasks including Medicaid billing.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Collection

Clerical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

SLPA Training Project

Certificate of Completion for SLPA Program

Job description

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Denver Public Schools provided pay range

This range is provided by Denver Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$27.26/hr - $32.71/hr

You must apply directly to the DPS job board to be considered by the Hiring Manager: Job Board

This is a continuous job posting seeking multiple candidates for positions throughout the 2025-2026 school year.

About this job:

Speech Language Pathologist Assistants assist the Speech Language Pathologist with language and hearing screenings (without interpretation). Follows documented treatment plans developed by the Speech Language Pathologist and documents student performance.

What DPS Offers You:

• A culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
• Hourly Range $27.263 - $32.715. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Implement documented treatment/intervention plans developed by the Speech Language Pathologist; accurately collect and record subjective and objective data; record students’ status with regard to established objectives as stated in the treatment plan; and report information to the supervising Speech Language Pathologist.
• Perform various clerical tasks, including filing, copying, and completing Medicaid billing.
• Discuss student treatment plans with the Speech Language Pathologist.
• Assist the Speech Language Pathologist in the assessment of students and conduct standardized and non-standardized screenings as requested by the Pathologist.

What You’ll Need:

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology with completed SLPA training project (usually in the last semester of BA program).
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of relevant experience.
• School Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Authorization required.
• Certificate of completion for Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program required.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high-quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education
• Industries