Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA

Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA

Orleans Southwest, Hardwick, Vermont

Job  | Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled | Posted:
May 29, 2026 | Starting Date:
Aug 19, 2026

The SLP-A will support licensed Speech‑Language Pathologists (SLPs) in providing a variety of services in preschool, elementary, middle, and high school settings to students with identified communication disorders. The SLP-A executes specific components of a speech and language program as specified in treatment plans developed by the SLP. Goals and objectives listed on the treatment plan and implemented by the SLPA are only those within their scope of responsibilities and are tasks the SLP has determined the SLPA has the training and skill to perform.

The SLP must provide at least the minimum specified level of supervision to ensure the quality of care. This is a full‑time, school‑year position in the Support Staff Collective Bargaining Unit with full benefits.

• Self‑identify as SLPAs to families, students, patients, clients, staff, and others.
• Exhibit compliance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations, and reimbursement requirements.
• Assist the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Assist the SLP during assessment of students, patients, and clients exclusive of administration and/or interpretation.
• Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
• Document student, patient, and client performance and report this information to the supervising SLP.
• Program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Demonstrate or share information with patients, families, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed by the SLP.

• Certification as an SLP‑A. If not, and willing to work towards it, equivalent to an instructional assistant and paid accordingly.
• Required attendance at New Staff Orientation on August 19, 2026.
• Contract start date August 20, 2026.
• Reliable transportation to report to multiple buildings; mileage reimbursed.
• Valid background check.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Full‑time

$21.76 to $27.97 per Hour

Special Education >
Speech/Language Assistant

• Kelly Locke, Asst. Director of Student Services
• PO Box 338
• 157 Daniel's Road
• Hardwick, Vermont 05843
• Phone: 802‑472‑6531
• Fax: 802‑472‑6250
• Email: klocke