Speech and Language Assistant

GREATHEARTS ARIZONA

Speech-language pathology assistant supporting student speech and language services at Great Hearts’ Arizona charter schools. Conducting screenings, treatment, documentation, and SLP-directed interventions.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeChandler • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $39,500 - $47,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing speech and language services in a school setting, including direct treatment, data collection, and collaboration with educators and parents. Proficient in adhering to individualized education treatment plans and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

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Speech Language Pathology Assistant LicenseExperience in School SettingIndividualized Education Treatment PlansData Collection and DocumentationStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Basic Math CalculationsData CollectionStudent ScreeningsIntervention StrategiesTreatment Plans

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration with Diverse GroupsAdherence to Safety PracticesMeeting Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

Technology ProficiencyJob-Related Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's DegreeBachelor's Degree (Preferred)Certified Training Program for Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Industry Keywords

Speech Language PathologyCharter School SettingIEP MeetingsPre-Referral EducationArizona Department of Health Services Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language services to students in a charter school setting
Support clinical/educational services, direct treatment, screenings, consultation, collaboration, data collection, and documentation
Conduct prevention and pre-referral education for teachers and staff
Complete student screenings using protocols specified by the supervising SLP, without interpretation
Consult with teachers, school staff, and parents as needed
Provide direct treatment by following written individualized education treatment plans
Offer intervention strategies to staff to support students' speech and language goals
Complete required daily documentation
Assist the SLP with data collection and tallying for assessment purposes, without interpreting data
Attend parent conferences and IEP meetings with supervising SLP permission and written documentation
Perform duties and responsibilities assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred from an accredited institution
Completion of a certified training program for Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Valid Speech Language Pathology Assistant license from the Arizona Department of Health Services
Preferred 1+ years of experience in a school setting
Proficiency in the use of technology
Experience working with school-aged children
Knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws
Ability to perform basic math calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios
Ability to read manuals and write documents in prescribed formats
Ability to schedule activities, collate data, and use basic job-related equipment
Ability to work independently with diverse individuals and groups
Strong communication with diverse groups; adherence to safety practices; ability to meet deadlines and schedules
US work authorization required; OPT/CPT candidates accepted
Successful criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exceptional benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage with minimal employee cost
Matching 401(k) program
Professional development offerings, including great books seminars, leadership and special education coursework/pathways
Reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
Local travel for training and professional development opportunities