What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) position at Strides Therapy and Educational Services?
Job Title: School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Location: Katy, TX
School District: Katy ISD
Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services
About Us:
Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a reputable, client-centered agency that is woman owned and therapist led. Our team consists of Speech-Language Pathologists, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Special Education Teachers. We emphasize the use of evidence-based, personalized care. We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to join our team and contribute to the well-being and communication development of the students we serve.
Position Overview:
As an Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students overcome communication challenges, improve their speech and language skills, and achieve their educational goals. Under the guidance and supervision of licensed Speech-Language Pathologists, your work will directly contribute to the success and well-being of students in the school environment.
Requirements:
Texas State SLPA licensure
Recent Texas public school experience as an SLPA for over 6 months
Additional Details:
Katy ISD is looking to support 3 elementary schools. This district maintains a manageable caseload by trying to keep all SLPAs at no more than 50 students per caseload.
What our employees say about working for us:
"Culture is friendly and inclusive."
"Everyone is very supportive and willing to help each other."
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) program or related field.
- TX State licensure or eligibility for licensure as an SLPA.
- Willing to provide supervision hours for licensing if needed
- Previous experience as an SLPA in private practice or a pediatric setting is preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, educators, and support staff.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to assist in managing caseload and documentation.
- Dedication to providing culturally competent and student-centered care.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of a Licensed SLP and SLPA will:
- Provide speech and language therapy interventions, exercises, and activities to support the client's communication, articulation, fluency, and language skills.
- Support the implementation of treatment plans and carryover of therapy goals
- Assist in monitoring and documenting the client's progress, communicating findings to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Work with individual students to reinforce therapy techniques and activities.
- Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, including session notes and progress reports
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and distric regulations and ethical standards governing speech-language pathology assistant services within the school setting
Benefits:
- Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
- 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 % and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
- Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
- TX State Licensure Reimbursement
- CEU Reimbursement
- National Certification Stipend
- Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
- Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)
Please see our website here to learn more about us: https://stridesspeechtherapy.com
Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details. Email: danamorgan@stridesspeechtherapy.com / Phone: 443-247-5517
Salary : $38 - $42