Speech Therapist Assistant in Lehigh Acres, FL

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year supporting student communication in vibrant educational settings near Lehigh Acres, FL. Multiple schools, ranging from elementary to middle, seek dedicated Speech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPA) to help make a meaningful impact. Both full-time (up to 37.5 hours per week) and potential part-time schedules can accommodate your availability and preference.


Ideal candidates will bring a passion for fostering growth in children, as you'll serve a caseload of 50-55 students. Engage collaboratively with teachers and speech-language pathologists while delivering direct therapy to school-aged children in energetic, supportive environments.


Qualifications & Experience:

• Current, active Florida Department of Health SLPA license.
• Experience working in a school environment or with school-aged children is highly valued.
• Ability to adapt to varying student needs across multiple campuses.
• Familiarity with individualized education plans (IEPs) and effective implementation of related therapy services.
• Capacity to manage travel between school sites in the Fort Myers area.
• Completion of Florida school fingerprinting and AHCA Clearinghouse checks (assistance provided with verification, transfers, or reprinting as needed).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct speech-language therapy to students in individual and group settings under the supervision of licensed SLPs.
• Support progress reporting, data tracking, and documentation as required by the district.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to promote student success.
• Engage families and teachers in the therapy process to maximize student outcomes.

Working in these dynamic educational communities offers the chance to enhance your skills, broaden your experience, and make a difference-one student at a time.


If you're excited to join a collaborative setting and help students unlock their communication potential, submit your application today to become part of this impactful educational journey!