Speech Language Pathology Assistant Coachella Valley CA

Platinum Therapy; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Guaranteed hours

School-year schedule

Bilingual pay

Job summary

Platinum Therapy seeks a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) for an in-person school-based role in Coachella, California. The SLPA will work under the supervision of a licensed SLP to provide speech and language services to students in a school setting.

This full-time, school-year position offers competitive pay ($44–$60/hour) with mileage reimbursement, guaranteed hours for qualifying positions, and opportunities for bilingual compensation consideration, in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Current California SLPA license/authorization required.
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred but not required for all positions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with SLPs, educators, families and other professionals.
• Passion for working with children and supporting their educational and communication development.

Responsibilities

• Implement speech and language therapy plans developed by the supervising SLP.
• Provide therapy services to students in English and/or Spanish as directed.
• Support students in achieving their IEP communication goals.
• Track and document student progress.
• Collaborate with supervising SLPs, teachers, school staff and other members of the educational team.
• Communicate effectively with Spanish- and English-speaking students and families.
• Provide culturally responsive support to students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate therapy documentation and follow school and Platinum Therapy requirements.

Education

California SLPA license/authorization

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - School-Based

$44–$60/hour + Mileage Reimbursement | Full-Time | School-Year Position

At Platinum Therapy, we partner with schools to help children build communication skills and achieve their educational goals. We are currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) for an in-person school-based position in Coachella, California.

This is an excellent opportunity for an SLPA who enjoys working with children, collaborating with school teams, and supporting Spanish- and English-speaking students and families.

Why Join Platinum Therapy?

• Competitive pay: $44–$60/hour, based on qualifications and experience

• Bilingual compensation consideration

• Direct and indirect hours paid at the same hourly rate

• Guaranteed hours for qualifying full-time positions

• $0.70/mile mileage reimbursement for qualifying travel

• Sign-on bonus available

• School-year schedule

What You'll Do

As a Bilingual SLPA, you will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech and language services to students in a school setting.

Responsibilities include:

• Implement speech and language therapy plans developed by the supervising SLP.

• Provide therapy services to students in English and/or Spanish as directed.

• Support students in achieving their IEP communication goals.

• Track and document student progress.

• Collaborate with supervising SLPs, teachers, school staff and other members of the educational team.

• Communicate effectively with Spanish- and English-speaking students and families.

• Provide culturally responsive support to students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

• Maintain accurate therapy documentation and follow school and Platinum Therapy requirements.

Qualifications

• Current California SLPA license/authorization required.

• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred but not required for all positions.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with SLPs, educators, families and other professionals.

• Passion for working with children and supporting their educational and communication development.

Why School-Based Therapy?

School-based therapy gives you the opportunity to work directly with children in your educational environment while collaborating with teachers, families and other professionals.

For bilingual clinicians, your Spanish language skills can make a meaningful difference in how students and families access and participate in their child's therapy and educational services.

Platinum Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.

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