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Nashville - Davidson County - Speech-Language Pathologist 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.
$45,198 / year median in Tennessee
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) | School-Based Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available Do meaningful work. Have the support to do it well. Thrive Therapies Group is looking for SLPAs to join our growing Tennessee team and support K-12 students. Thrive is on a mission to revolutionize the care of children with disabilities. We provide results-driven services and intelligent tools to support children's development, well-being, and health. We believe great outcomes start with connection—with students, families, educators, and each other. As an SLPA at Thrive, you'll work directly with students while having the guidance of a supervising SLP and the support of a collaborative clinical and school-based team. Why SLPAs Choose Thrive Focus on Direct Therapy Spend your time implementing established treatment plans, providing individual and small-group therapy, and helping students make meaningful progress. Built-In SLP Support Work closely with your supervising SLP while collaborating with educators, special education teams, and families. School-Based Impact Help students strengthen communication skills that support their participation, learning, and success throughout the school day. Grow Alongside Experienced Clinicians Build your skills within a collaborative environment where professional support and connection are part of how we work. What You'll Do Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising SLP Provide individual and small-group speech and language therapy Collect and report student performance and progress data Maintain accurate service logs and session notes Collaborate with your supervising SLP and school teams Support communication goals across classroom environments Assist with AAC implementation as directed by the supervising SLP What You'll Bring Associate's or bachelor's degree from an SLPA program, or coursework meeting Tennessee SLPA requirements Active Tennessee SLPA credential, or documented initiation of licensure prior to start Commitment to practicing within SLPA scope of practice School-based or pediatric experience and AAC experience are preferred. Bilingual Spanish SLPAs are strongly encouraged to apply. Come Thrive With Us If you're looking for an SLPA opportunity where you can focus on students, grow alongside experienced clinicians, and be part of a team working to change how children with disabilities are supported, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and let's start the conversation.