Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Position: Speech Language Pathology Assistant (2 available positions)
Work Schedule: Full-time, 10-month per year (Mid August - Mid June)
Start Date: August 17, 2026
Pay:  $27.00 - 36.00/hour dependent on qualifications and based on the Non-Affiliated Handbook
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life and other benefits in accordance with the Non-Affiliated Summary of Benefits

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program OR a Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Hearing Sciences plus a SLPA certificate.
• Ability to be licensed through the MN Department of Health as an SLPA.
• Ability to travel between school sites.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff in a school setting.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and technology/computer skills.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Ability to work in stressful situations and effectively handle conflict.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the direction and clinical supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Provide direct speech/language intervention to students in individual and small group settings in alignment with IEP goals and objectives.
• Deliver indirect/consultative services to support carryover of communication skills into the general education classroom.
• Adapt school and classroom environments, tools, and instructional materials in collaboration with the supervising SLP.
• Develop lesson plans, prepare therapy materials, and create visuals to support speech/language services.
• Assist with articulation screenings, including scheduling and conducting sessions under SLP supervision.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of therapy sessions and student progress.
• Provide input for progress reports and annual IEP Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) for SLP review.
• Collect and organize data related to student performance and goal progress.
• Ensure services are delivered in accordance with student IEPs, district policies, and state/federal special education regulations.
• Meet regularly with supervising SLP to coordinate services, review student data, and plan interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and administrators.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and families as directed by the supervising SLP.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
• Accept feedback from supervising SLP and administration while maintaining professional relationships.
• Travel between district buildings during the duty day, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.