Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Listed compensation
$40-$50/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
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 part-time, on-site role as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) serving a school located in Watkins, 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
- Part Time, 20-30 hours/week
- PreK-12 grades
- 2026-2027 School Year, November - May
- 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)
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 (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, on-site Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a school-based position in Watkins, CO. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school speech-language pathology assistant jobs near me, Colorado school SLPA positions, or part-time pediatric SLPA roles in schools with guaranteed hours.
Key Responsibilities
The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will provide direct therapy services to PreK-12 students and monitor their progress. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including therapists, educators, and parents, to support student needs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $91k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$91k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in Colorado | 225 active | 7,047 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Colorado speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $6k) · 4% offer loan repayment265 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,596 in the last 30 days | 1,377 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +2.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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