School Speech & Language Pathology Assistant | Key Largo, Florida

Sunbelt Staffing

Key Largo, FL 33037, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

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.

A full-year contract opportunity is available for a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) specializing in pediatric outpatient care within a K-12 school setting in Key Largo, FL. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment alongside excellent staff, focusing on school-aged children in an outpatient clinic without the need to travel.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide speech and language therapy services to pediatric clients aged 2 to 18 years.
Work with children experiencing mild to moderate speech and language challenges, including pragmatics, receptive and expressive language delays, reading and writing difficulties, articulation issues, and high-functioning autism.
Manage a manageable caseload, typically seeing one child per hour, allowing for a balanced and low-stress workday.
Collaborate with educational and healthcare professionals to support developmental goals within the school environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid certification as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant.
Experience working with pediatric populations, particularly in outpatient or school settings.
Familiarity with speech and language disorders related to autism, articulation, and reading/writing delays.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children and multidisciplinary teams.

Location:

Key Largo, FL, within a K-12 school environment.

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive weekly pay.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Consistent schedule with no travel required.
Supportive team focused on quality care and professional development.

This position is ideal for professionals seeking a stable, contract role with a focus on pediatric speech therapy in a school-based outpatient setting. Candidates interested in making a meaningful impact on children's communication skills are encouraged to apply.