Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Servingschools; Deer Isle (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHOOL UNION 76-Deer Isle-Stonington, Brooklin and Sedgwick is seeking an immersion SLPA to work under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. The SLPA will provide supportive services in assessing, screening, and treating students with communication disorders.

The position offers compensation of $25-32 per hour and involves performing therapy, screenings, material prep, collaboration with the supervising SLP, and administrative duties within SU76 schools in Maine.

Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree or completion of an accredited SLPA training program.
• Licensure/certification as required by state.
• Supervision by a licensed, certified Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills; bilingual abilities often preferred by employer.

Responsibilities

• Therapy implementation: Run individual or group therapy sessions following treatment plans designed by the supervising SLP.
• Screenings & data: Conduct speech and language screenings (without interpretation) and track patient progress and data.
• Preparation & maintenance: Create instructional therapy materials, set up treatment rooms, and maintain equipment.
• Collaboration: Communicate regularly with the supervising SLP and assist with family or caregiver education.
• Administrative tasks: Maintain medical records, handle scheduling, and manage office inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time-management

Bilingual abilities

Education

Associate's degree or SLPA training program

Job description

SCHOOL UNION 76-Deer Isle-Stonington, Brooklin and Sedgwick

Deer Isle Stonington Elementary School and Sedgwick School

We are seeking an immersion SLPA to work at SU76. A Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) provides supportive services for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in assessing, screening, and treating patients or students with communication, speech, language, and hearing disorders.

$25-32 per hour

Core Responsibilities

• Therapy Implementation: Run individual or group therapy sessions following treatment plans designed by the supervising SLP.
• Screenings & Data: Conduct speech and language screenings (without interpretation) and track patient progress and data.
• Preparation & Maintenance: Create instructional therapy materials, set up treatment rooms, and maintain equipment.
• Collaboration: Communicate regularly with the supervising SLP and assist with family or caregiver education.
• Administrative Tasks: Maintain medical records, handle scheduling, and manage office inventory. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Typically requires an associate's degree or completion of an accredited SLPA training program.
• Licensure/Certification: Must hold a valid state license or certification where required.
• Supervision: Must work under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed, certified Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills; bilingual abilities are often preferred by employer

Application Requirements

• application form fully completed
• resume
• cover letter
• copies of Maine certification
• copies of transcript(s)
• example of teaching philosophy or demonstration
• 3 letters of recommendation
• explanation of gaps in employment over the past 10 years
• explanation to answering YES to any of the questions on the background check