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Thera Peds
Littleton, Colorado

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Speech-Language PathologistContract

Listed compensation

$50-$65/hr

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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 Littleton, 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, 1-4 hours/week
  • School hours between 8:30am-12:30pm
  • PreK-12 grades
  • 2026-2027 School Year, September - 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
  • $50-65+/hour
  • This will be a 1099 Independent Contractor position
  • Must have a valid Colorado Department of Education SLPA license

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 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a school-based position in Littleton, 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 the educational process.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Speech therapyStudent progress monitoringInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTechnology proficiencySpecial education support

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Littleton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$580k
Typical market rent
$2,067/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed Hours
Manageable caseloads
Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
Bi-Monthly Salary Deposits