Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Anson County Schools

Wadesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Anson County Schools is seeking a Speech Language Pathology Assistant to support a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in our district in Wadesboro, North Carolina. The role provides direct and indirect intervention for students with speech‑language disorders under supervision, following therapeutic protocols and a student‑specific plan.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in SLP Assisting (or a Bachelor's with NC community college course work), passing the NC Competency test, and Board

Qualifications

Adequate knowledge of childhood speech/hearing development.
Understanding of communication disorders and treatment.
Ability to administer screening and therapeutic protocols.

Responsibilities

Administers screening protocols.
Transports students to testing/therapy areas.
Administers treatment protocols.
Maintains accurate records and case histories.
Arranges therapy settings to ensure safety.
Operates and maintains equipment.

Skills

Speech-language pathology knowledge

Child development

Behavioral management

School operation knowledge

Communication with families

Record keeping

Education

Associate’s Degree in SLP Assisting

Bachelor’s Degree equivalence with NCCC courses

Competency test

NC Board registration

Tools

Assistive listening devices

Augmentative communication devices

Voice equipment

Computer-based equipment/software

Job description

Speech Language Pathology Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5209914

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 13, 2025 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

An employee in this class administers direct and indirect intervention for students to assist a speech-language pathologist in the provision of clinical-educational services for students with speech-language disorders. The work is guided by therapeutic protocols, a task-by-task plan written by the supervising speech-language pathologist. The assistant is expected to use individually designed interventions based upon the unique clinical-educational needs of each student. The assistant’s work with students is under direct supervision by the speech-language pathologist; however, the assistant is expected to recognize when changes in a student’s needs require assistance from the supervising speech-language pathologist. The assistant works under the supervision of a speech-language pathologist licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. The assistant requires limited supervision in indirect services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Considerable knowledge of childhood speech and hearing development.
Considerable knowledge of communication disorders and treatment.
Working knowledge of behavioral management practices.
Working knowledge of the operation of schools.
Skills in obtaining case histories and completing observation checklists.
Skills in administering speech-language screening and therapeutic protocols.
Skills in managing, operating, programming, and/or monitoring clinical-educational equipment and materials, including assistive listening devices, augmentative communication devices, voice equipment, and computer-based equipment and software.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and professionals.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to arrange the therapy setting to maintain a safe and positive environment.
Ability to develop positive working relationships

Education and Training

Associate’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Assisting from an accredited institution of higher learning, community college, or equivalent program; or evidence of successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution as well as evidence of successful completion of courses developed by the North Carolina Department of Community Colleges.
Assistants must achieve a passing score on a competency test approved by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists.
Registration as an assistant with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists by a supervising speech-language pathologist who is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists, and subject to rules and regulations for speech-language pathology assistants adopted by the Board of Examiners.

Term of Employment

10 months

Performance Responsibilities

Direct Student Services

Administers screening protocols.
Transports students to/from testing or therapy area.
Administers therapeutic treatment protocols written by the speech-language pathologist.
Communicates with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students.
Obtains case histories and completes observation checklists.
Manages behavior using appropriately designed management techniques.
Summarizes and records target behaviors during therapy sessions.

Indirect Student Services

Performs clerical and administrative functions.
Organizes and manages student data and records.
Arranges the clinical-educational setting to maintain a safe and positive environment.
Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements

The ability to be physically active, which includes, but is not limited to, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, sitting, walking.
Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills.
Must be able to visually, auditorily, and physically monitor student performance and conduct.
Must be able to drive to variety of school sites.

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anson County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or national origin.

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