Team-Based SLPA: Speech Therapy Support Specialist

ReNEW Schools; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter School of the Dunes in Gary, IN is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to support a licensed SLP in delivering services to students. Under supervision, the SLPA implements treatment plans, documents progress, prepares materials, and collaborates with teachers, families, and staff to promote communication skills.

This role requires a professional approach, FERPA/HIPAA awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an approved Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program.
• Current SLPA license or certification as required by state regulations.
• Must have 100 hour supervision certificate.
• Knowledge of speech and language disorders and intervention techniques.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized speech and language treatment plans developed by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Provide direct speech and language therapy to individual students and small groups under SLP supervision.
• Document student performance and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Collect data during therapy sessions to assist the supervising SLP in monitoring student progress.
• Prepare therapy materials, activities, and equipment.
• Assist with AAC activities as directed and support classroom carryover of communication strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in SLP Assistant program

100 hour supervision certificate

Job description

Charter School of the Dunes in Gary, IN is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to support a licensed SLP in delivering services to students. Under supervision, the SLPA implements treatment plans, documents progress, prepares materials, and collaborates with teachers, families, and staff to promote communication skills.

This role requires a professional approach, FERPA/HIPAA awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a school setting.