Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Full-Time) - Smyrna, TN

Thrive Therapies Group

2 days ago

Smyrna, Tennessee$32 - $44 an hourFull TimePathology

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Thrive Therapies Group as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant – Full-Time in United States. Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) – 2026–2027 School Year Full-Time, 1099 | School-Based | Tennessee (On-Site) You became an SLPA to help students find their voice. Let’s make that impact where it matters most.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited SLPA program

Current Tennessee licensure as a Speech

Language Pathologist Assistant

Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed SLP

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $32 - $44/hr

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Thrive Therapies Group as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant – Full-Time.

Key Skills

Speech therapyCommunication supportCulturally responsive careEducational equityStudent assessmentTherapy planningCollaboration

Key Responsibilities

Provide speech-language pathology support to students in K-12 school settings. Collaborate with supervising SLPs and school partners to deliver effective communication strategies.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Full-Time) - Smyrna, TN position at Thrive Therapies Group includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Pathology — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

This Pathology position at Thrive Therapies Group is open to speech-language pathologist candidates.

Compensation Analysis

Thrive Therapies Group lists compensation for this speech-language pathologist position at $32k to $44k annually.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $44000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Smyrna, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a speech-language pathologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($32k–$44k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Speech therapy, Communication support, Culturally responsive care, Educational equity, Student assessment, Therapy planning, Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pathology role.

Core responsibilities: Provide speech-language pathology support to students in K-12 school settings. Collaborate with supervising SLPs and school partners to deliver effective communication strategies.

Benefits package: Flexible Scheduling, Ongoing Supervision and Mentorship, Access to Assessment Library and Therapy Resources. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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