Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (1)

The Education Cooperative; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Cooperative TEC Campus School in Walpole, MA is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join an integrated school-team. Under supervision of the Program Director, the SLPA will provide direct and indirect services to support IEP goals within a collaborative setting.

Ideal candidates hold an MA SLPA license (or eligible) and an Associate’s degree or BS in related fields, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or BS in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current MA driver’s license.
• Current MA SLPA license.
• Knowledge of augmentative communication and assistive technology devices preferred.
• Experience working with students with intensive special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn classroom contexts for designing age-appropriate activities for students with intensive needs.
• Define day-to-day responsibilities in coordination with SLPs and teachers.
• Participate in establishing shared educational/communication goals for students.
• Participate in service delivery plan decisions and IEP benchmarks.
• Manage schedule with assigned classes and students.
• Provide direct, indirect and consultation services to support communication in classrooms.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Associate degree in SLPA program

BS in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (1)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890299

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Salary: $21 to $34 Per Hour

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Job Description

REPORTS TO: TCS Program Director

WORK YEAR: 183 days (school year) Full-time (35 hours per week) Option to work an additional 6 weeks in TEC’s summer program

THE ROLE:
The TEC Campus School SLPA is a member of an integrated team that includes teachers, nurses, therapists, and paraprofessionals who work collaboratively during the school day to support our students. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) is expected to offer direct, indirect and consultation services to assist in the achievement of IEP goals and benchmarks for those students enrolled in TEC Campus School special education classes. Speech and language supports are provided within the context of an integrated related services approach whenever possible. Related services personnel are supervised by the Program Director, but their day to day functions are coordinated with SLPs and classroom teachers. Specific responsibilities are outlined below.

OUR ORGANIZATION:
The Education Cooperative (TEC) is an educational collaborative and 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in E. Walpole, MA that develops and coordinates educational and organizational programs to meet the needs of our 19 member communities and their students in a way that complements and strengthens their school programs and expands opportunities for their students, educators and communities in the most cost effective manner. TEC’s programs include three DESE approved public special education day schools, including the TEC Campus School.

Located at TEC’s beautiful 8-acres campus in E. Walpole, the TEC Campus Schools provides a small, caring environment for students aged 3 through 21 that fosters the growth and success of each student. Working as an integrated team, TCS’s teachers, nurses, therapists, and paraprofessionals, provide personalized multi-sensory instruction to meet individuals’ learning, communication, social, emotional, motor, behavior, daily living, and transition goals. Our students’ profiles may include: neurological impairment, sensory impairment, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, medical fragility, developmental delays, or multiple disabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES (not prioritized)

• 1.Learn classroom teachers' educational philosophies and contexts for designing age-appropriate educational/communication-related activities and routines for students with intensive special needs.
• 2.Define day to day responsibilities and routines in coordination with SLPs and classroom teachers of the assigned TEC classes, with consultation from the Program Director.
• 3.Participate in the formation and review of “shared educational/communication-related goals and priorities” for each student.
• 4.Participate as a team member in making decisions and recommendations for the service delivery plans, goals, methodologies and benchmarks in students’ IEPs.
• 5.Manage schedule with respective classes/students assigned.
• 6.Provide direct, indirect and/or consultation services within classroom and/or community settings that models, facilitates or reinforces communication for students as they learn functional, age appropriate activities and routines (e.g., second grade, job site, etc..).
• 7.Provide ongoing communication with TEAM members regarding the educational and communication- related needs of any assigned students. Any communications designed for TEAM members and/or other outside recipients are submitted to the SLP or classroom teacher and Program Director for review prior to dissemination.
• 8.Assist SLPs as requested with data collection that is used to inform assessment. Assist in observing and documenting students’ progress with the educational goals and benchmarks specified in students' IEPs. In some cases, discipline specific contributions to progress reports or updates will be required.
• 9.Assist in documenting services for students using the forms and protocol specified by TEC. This includes contributing to the data management and portfolio development for complying with MCAS-Alternate requirements.
• 10. Participate in TEC events, training activities, home visits or any other related activities deemed necessary by the Program Director, SLPs, and/or classroom teacher.

Job Requirements

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  Associates Degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program or BS in Speech-Language Pathology
  Current, valid MA driver’s license
  Current MA SLPA license
  Knowledge of augmentative communication and assistive technology devices is preferred
  Experience working with students with intensive special needs and/or behavioral challenges preferred
  KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, & SKILL
  Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team
  Strong communication skills, including with the team & classroom teachers.
  Strong organizational skills
  Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
  JOB ENVIRONMENT
  Work takes place in classrooms and other school rooms/areas, including offices, within a school building setting and sometimes in community settings. Work is primarily indoors.
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  Requires sufficient vision to read printed documents and to view detail on a computer screen for extended periods.
  Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation, on the telephone and over the paging system.
  Requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching, as well as carrying and occasionally lifting up to 30 lbs.
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  The Education Cooperative prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background or national origin or any other class protected by law, and is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle Fusco , Human Resources Manager
• 141 Mansion Drive
• Suite 200
• E. Walpole, Massachusetts 02032
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]