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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (AMS Glendale) 26-27 SY

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$48K - $58K

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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: 4540 West Glendale Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301 Start: 7/20/2026 Compensation: $48,000 to $58,000 annually, DOE.

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 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!

AMS Schools are among the highest performing Title I schools in Arizona. We seek highly motivated and passionate staff who want to make a difference. The professionals we hire are the most intelligent and the most talented experts in their fields.

By joining our team you will plan an integral part in helping at-risk students achieve great things, be a part of a genuine community, and be able to grow as professional through our employee development program. Come help us provide our students with the best education in the best environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide speech and language therapy to students with special needs in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Screen students for language difficulties and act as a resource for teachers, parents, and administration.

Requirements

Requires at least one year of experience in a school setting and a valid Arizona Standard Certification or state license in speech pathology. Candidates must also possess a Clearance 1 (IVP) Fingerprint Card.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Speech TherapyIEP ImplementationStudent ScreeningLesson PlanningCollaborative CommunicationSpecial Education

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (AMS Glendale) 26-27 SY at Confidential Employer a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant — ranked against 132 active Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.8% 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 ~$53k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $53k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 5% in speech-language pathology assistantranked against 132 Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$48k–$58kSpeech-Language Pathology median $50k (middle half $49k–$53k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$53k in purchasing powerArizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Arizona142 active6,927 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusArizona speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 3% offer loan repayment159 active listings, Nov 2026
New Speech-Language Pathology listings2,555 in the last 30 days1,393 the 30 days before (+83%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+2.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (132 Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 132 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Confidential Employer

Primary and Secondary Education
Tucson, Arizona
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement with employer contributions
Paid Time Off
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Bonus Pay

Living in Glendale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$383k≈ 8.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,511/mo≈ 38% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
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 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.