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Amergis
School Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathology Assistant assists licensed speech language pathologists in treating people with speech and language or other communication disorders or swallowing disorders. Assists with screening and helps patients with therapy activities. Works with adults or children and helps to treat a variety of speech disorders or communication problems created by stroke or injury.
$48,638 / year median in Missouri
+17% projected growth
Job Description
- Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
Location:
- St. Louis City, MO
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday
Hours:
- 32.5 hours/week
Contract Length:
- 9 Months
Setting:
- School-Based, In-Person Only
- Available Schedule Options
- SLPAs may select up to two schedule options per week: + 7:00 AM-2:00 PM + 8:00 AM-3:00 PM + 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Position Overview
- We are seeking a flexible and student-focused
- Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
- to provide therapy services in a school setting. This position supports students across multiple grade levels and may require service delivery at more than one nearby school location based on caseload needs.
- Responsibilities
- + Provide speech and language therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Caseload Information
- + Approximately 35-50 students. + Student population primarily includes Learning Disabilities and Other Health Impairments (OHI/ADHD). + Caseload size varies based on service minutes and student needs.
- Requirements
- + Active SLPA license/certification. + Ability to work in person. + Flexibility to adjust schedules and work locations based on student needs. + Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ideal Candidate
- We are looking for someone who understands that student needs come first and is willing to adapt to changing schedules, assignments, and school locations when necessary.
- Benefits
- At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
Job Category:
- Education
Job Function:
- Education | Speech Language Pathologist Assistant | Speech Language Pathologist Assistant School
Job Type:
- Contract - Full Time
Setting:
- Schools
Position Type:
- Healthcare
Office Number:
- 0285
Contract Duration:
- 36 •
Pay Rate:
- $1332 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-08-12T19:52:12