School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

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: [email protected] / Phone: 443-247-5517