Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) Location: Wake County Public School System (WCPSS), North Carolina Pay Rate: $35/hour Travel Reimbursement: Available for qualifying candidates Benefits: Eligible 30 days after assignment begins (includes health, dental/vision, 401(k) with 3% employer match, disability, critical illness/injury coverage, free life insurance up to $25,000, pet insurance)Job Description:Cell Staff is seeking, on behalf of Wake County Schools, a dedicated Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join the team supporting the communication development of high school students. Under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, the SLPA will help implement individualized speech and language services designed to support student success in academic and social settings.Key Responsibilities:Provide direct therapy services as specified in students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) under licensed SLP supervision.Prepare therapy materials and assist with data collection during sessions.Document student progress and maintain accurate records per district and state guidelines.Assist with speech/language screenings and informal assessments.Support generalization of communication strategies across school environments.Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to support students' communication needs.Maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.Participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions as required.Follow all Wake County Public Schools policies and procedures.Qualifications:Must be eligible for permanent registration with the North Carolina Board of Examiners (NC BOE) for SLP-Assistants. (Candidates are responsible for verifying their eligibility directly with the NC BOE before applying.)Preferred: Experience working in school settings.Preferred: Familiarity with Google Drive and Microsoft Office applications.Contractor Assignment Details:Placements may include:Open SLP-A positionsMedical or maternity leave coverageSupport for high caseloadsFinal placement determined after background checks and contract execution.Assignments may shift throughout the year based on district needs, but contract hours will be maintained.Possible High School Placement Locations Include:Apex:Apex High SchoolApex Friendship High SchoolCary:Cary High SchoolCrossroads FLEX High SchoolGreen Hope High SchoolGreen Level High SchoolMiddle Creek High SchoolPanther Creek High SchoolSCORE AcademyWake STEM Early College High SchoolFuquay-Varina:Fuquay-Varina High SchoolWillow Spring High SchoolWake Forest:Heritage High SchoolNorth Wake College and Career AcademyWake Forest High SchoolKnightdale:Knightdale High SchoolRaleigh:Leesville Road High SchoolPhillips High SchoolSanderson High SchoolVernon Malone College and Career AcademyWake Early College of Health and SciencesWakefield High SchoolGarner:South Garner High SchoolMorrisville:Wake Early College of Information and BiotechnologiesRolesville:Rolesville High SchoolWendell:East Wake High SchoolNext Steps for Agencies:If you are representing candidates who meet the above qualifications, please submit the following:ResumePhone numberEmail addressCandidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly. Following the interview, we will inform you regarding their eligibility for placement. If mutually agreeable, we will move forward with contract development.For additional questions regarding placements or requirements, please contact your Cell Staff representative.

Created: 2025-06-05