School Speech Therapy Assistant | Homestead, Florida

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.

This opportunity is ideal for a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) seeking a full-year contract working with a pediatric outpatient school-aged population. Located in Homestead, FL, this role supports children from ages 2 to 18 in a K-12 school setting, focusing on a variety of speech and language developmental areas. The position offers a structured, low-stress environment with no travel required and an excellent professional team to collaborate with.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide speech language pathology assistance to children with mild to moderate communication challenges
• Support students diagnosed with high-functioning autism, addressing social pragmatics, receptive and expressive language skills, articulation, reading, and writing delays
• Conduct individual therapy sessions, typically seeing one child per hour
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists and educational staff to implement treatment plans
• Maintain documentation and progress notes in accordance with school and clinic guidelines

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Certified Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) with experience in school and healthcare settings
• Comfort working with pediatric populations in outpatient clinic environments
• Familiarity with managing caseloads involving autism and language disorders
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Location: Homestead, FL
Duration: Full-year contract (CSY)
Work Environment: Pediatric outpatient clinic with a consistent schedule and a one-hour lunch break, minimizing stress levels.

Benefits and Perks:

• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Work with an excellent, supportive staff team
• No travel requirements, allowing for work-life balance

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to contribute to impactful speech and language services for children in this community-focused setting.