Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A)

The South Shore Charter Public School is looking to hire a Long Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A) to start as soon as possible through November 30, 2026.

The SLP-A is responsible for providing speech therapy and other related services to students in either a one-on-one and/or small group setting under the supervision of an ASHA-certified and/or licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. The SLP-A is also expected to participate in collaborative training across disciplines as well as work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Status: Full Time = 100% FTE = 40 hours per week

Roles and Responsibilities: The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant is expected to perform and adhere to the following roles and responsibilities:

• Provide direct, specialized treatment as identified by the supervising SLP, by following the written Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist the supervising SLP with speech/language and hearing screenings, assessments, examinations, and testing without clinical interpretation of the results
• Implement therapy goals in an individual setting and facilitate activities in a group setting as well as addressing social skills
• Perform data collection duties as directed and record keeping of all services delivered
• Document and record information regarding performance, progress, and discharge of students, report this information to the supervising SLP
• Implement augmentative or alternative communication methods and instruction, including automated devices, computer technology, sign language, PECS, etc.
• Exhibit compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, reimbursement requirements, and SLPAs'' responsibilities
• Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP
• Participate in professional development
• Offer intervention strategies to teachers, parents, and other staff targeting individualized student speech/language goals and objectives
• Communicate regularly and openly with supervisors, therapy team members, and parents/guardians of child
• Maintain accurate and timely submissions of paperwork, including data reports, etc.
• Work collaboratively and communicate with parents/families, other team members, and staff in a manner that emphasizes support for student success
• Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment
• Assist with departmental operations (scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment)