Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
- Amherst School District
- Amherst, Massachusetts
- Full Time
The Amherst Regional Public Schools is hiring for a full time Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to work with students at the middle school and/or high school. The SLPA will work, under the supervision of a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, to assist students with speech and language disorders.
Experience/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Implement therapeutic procedures for which qualified, as designated by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist.
- Contribute to progress reports and help collect data for Individualized Education Plans.
- Consult with the supervising therapist concerning implementation and status of therapy goals.
- Collaborate with other service providers including general education and special education staff.
- Help develop an awareness of individual student needs and assist the Speech and Language Pathologist in monitoring these needs.
- Instruct individuals or small groups of students with speech and language needs, following a prescribed program.
- Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the speech department.
- Prepare materials and assist with other clerical duties, including word processing, typing, filing, duplicating, and recording.
- Posses experience in an agency and/or public school setting working with Special Education students preferred
Possess at minimum, an associate's degree in speech-language pathology from a training program approved by a national certifying body, or a bachelor's degree with a major in speech-language pathology, or a bachelor's degree and a certificate from a board approved speech-language assistant program.
Join Our Team at Amherst Regional Public Schools!
At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we are committed to building a strong, dynamic, and inclusive team. As part of this commitment, we have partnered with MindWire and adopted The Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessments to help us understand candidates' natural strengths, work styles, and potential.
Why Work With Us?
We use science-backed insights to support:
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
As part of our selection process, you'll be asked to complete:
Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment - A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.
Our Commitment to You
These assessments are just one part of our hiring and development process-they are never the sole deciding factor. If hired, you will have access to your results if requested, the opportunity to ask questions, and support in understanding how they relate to your career growth. If you are not hired, your assessment results remain confidential and are typically not shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index assessments only to evaluate candidates for a specific role and do not retain or share results for future use without consent.
At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we believe in hiring the best people and helping them succeed. We've found these insights to be remarkably accurate, positive, and valuable in identifying natural strengths. We're excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If you're passionate about education and professional growth, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today and become part of a team that values you!