Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - SLPA

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - SLPA JobID: 557 Position Type: Student Support Services/ Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted: 5/20/2026 Date Available: August 28, 2026 Closing Date: 5/29/26 or until filled Assists the Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) with providing care to identified students. QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Oregon Speech Language Pathology Assistant Certificate. Experience working with school-aged students. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of speech and language therapy techniques and interventions. Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively with students, parents and teachers. Ability to follow general oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently and take initiative in task performance. Physical ability to maneuver approximately 40 pounds of equipment. Ability to pass a criminal background/fingerprint check ($70) and demonstrate a clean driving record GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing direct treatment to identified students (e.g. preparing work and materials, etc.) for the purpose of supporting students in the completion of the implementation of their work activities. Communicates with site staff, principal, and special education team about IEP goals for the purpose of maintaining an open dialogue and a positive collaborative environment. With the supervision of a SLP, creates speech therapy materials and develops lesson plans for the purpose of addressing students' IEP goals. Implements speech activities and language activities in accordance with IEP goals and as directed by SLP for the purpose of providing appropriate care to students and/or supporting the student's IEP plan. Maintains and cleans treatment equipment and supplies (e.g. speech tools, materials, toys, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring equipment is in proper working condition. Maintains files and/or records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or ensuring up-to-date information and inputting daily data to the student service logs. Participates in students' daily activities, when applicable, for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing functional communications of social and daily living skills lesson objectives. Participates in meetings with supervisor, site Special Education team and training, staff development, and workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information, discussing students' progress, and brainstorming about next steps. Assists with screenings as directed by the supervising SLP. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. START DATE: August 28, 2026 WAGES: $27.35- $30.04 dependent on experience and per the 2026/27 OSEA Salary Schedule BENEFITS Full time employees receive excellent fringe benefits $35 Monthly fee for full family insurance (medical, dental, vision) - 2026/27 SY $150/month contributed to HRA VEBA to help offset out of pocket medical expenses Total insurance benefit package of over $22,500 annually $500/month cash stipend if you have other insurance and waive district insurance District paid employee contribution to PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) TSD9 covers the full 6% for PERS retirement 403 (b) Supplemental Retirement Saving Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr