Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with our local schools to provide Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) serving a school located Denver, CO. 

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting screeners, monitoring progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs. 

Job Details

• Full Time, 37.5 hours/week
• K-12 grades
• Short term dates 2026: August 5th to October 30th or August 11th to September 24th.
• School location is in Southwest Denver
• Job Duties: direct therapy, consultation, planning, collaboration with SLP supervisor
• Guaranteed Hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time
• On-site, in person
• Manageable caseloads
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• $40-$50+/hour ($1,612 - $1975/week)

Requirements

Qualifications

• Valid SLPA Certification from an ASHA approved institution
• Department of education licensure as an SLPA, where required
• State License as Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant, where required
• Experience in a school setting preferred, but not required
• Experience working with children
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2) 
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, short-term, on-site Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a school-based position in Denver, CO. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school speech-language pathology assistant jobs near me, Colorado school SLPA positions, or full-time pediatric SLPA roles in schools with guaranteed hours.