Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) in Tavernier, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Bachelor's degree from an ASHA-accredited university, active Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license and minimum 1+ years speech-language pathology experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

An opportunity is available for a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to support pediatric outpatient services in a K-12 school setting located in Tavernier, FL. This full-year contract position involves working with a school-aged outpatient population, primarily children ages 2 to 18, presenting with mild to moderate communication challenges. The role focuses on providing therapy targeting pragmatics, receptive and expressive language, reading and writing delays, articulation, and high-functioning autism. The environment is low stress with a manageable schedule of one child per hour and a one-hour lunch break, with no travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized speech therapy to children within the outpatient clinic.
• Address speech and language needs, including autism spectrum-related communication, articulation, and literacy delays.
• Collaborate with school and healthcare staff to support student progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of therapy sessions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant in school and healthcare settings.
• Comfort working with pediatric populations ranging from toddlers to late adolescents.
• Ability to handle mild to moderate speech and language disorders, including pragmatic language and autism-related challenges.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Location: Tavernier, FL
Duration: Full School Year (Contract)
Population: Outpatient school-aged children (ages 2-18)

Benefits and Perks:

• Weekly pay for consistent income.
• Access to employee benefits.
• Supportive, excellent staff environment.
• No travel required.
• Balanced daily schedule promoting work-life balance.

Qualified candidates ready to contribute to an impactful pediatric outpatient program in a school setting are encouraged to apply.