Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (AMS-Prince) 2026-2027
Listed compensation
$42k-$52k
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Job Description
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
- Academies of Math and Science
- Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
- Location: Tucson, AZ
- Compensation: $42,000 to $52,000 annually, DOE.
- Start Date: Immediately
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is an academically advanced charter school network serving predominantly low-income students. As part of the AMS family, your role as a speech pathologist assistant is to provide speech and language therapy to students with special language needs. Our results and success support our belief that all students can succeed – no matter their background – with the right programs in place, and more importantly, the right people leading the way.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Screen students with language difficulties or delayed development.
- Provide speech and language services in accordance with the student's IEP.
- Prepare lesson plans for students in accordance with their IEPs and in conjunction with the classroom teacher.
- Act as a resource on speech and language issues for the teacher, parents, and administration.
Qualifications & Competencies
- Minimum 1 year experience working in a school setting
- Additional certification for working with students with a speech and/or language disability.
- Must possess a valid Arizona Standard Certification issued by the Department of Education in the area of speech pathology OR Must possess a state license issued by the Arizona Department of Health as a speech and language therapist/pathologist
- Clearance 1 (IVP) Fingerprint Card.
Why Work for Us?
Competitive Salaries and Bonus Pay
- Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement (with employer contributions), PTO, and disability and life insurance
- Supportive, collaborative culture with incredible coworkers and leaders
- Comprehensive training, follow-up coaching, PD, and professional learning communities
Extensive opportunities for career mobility/advancement as our schools and network continue to grow and expand to new areas
The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children who may not otherwise have access to a high-quality education
Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant will provide speech and language therapy to students with special needs in accordance with their IEPs. They will also screen students for language difficulties and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administration.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a school setting and hold a valid Arizona Standard Certification or state license. A fingerprint clearance card is also required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $42k–$52k | Speech-Language Pathology median $52k (middle half $50k–$55k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$47k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in Arizona | 146 active | 6,867 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona Speech-Language Pathologist listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 2% offer loan repayment163 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,494 in the last 30 days | 1,310 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +4.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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Work-life snapshot
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About AMS Schools
Benefits & Perks
Living in Tucson
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $320k≈ 7.6× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,428/mo≈ 41% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 22 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 96.9
- State income tax
- Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Tucson, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.