School Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
Houston, TX
Allied Support for Kids
5x8 hrs
$1,575/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration29 weeks
- SettingSchool
Pay
Description
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant position available for the remainder of the school year in Houston, TX. You'll meet the needs of children in a few schools on the west/sw side of Houston for the short term, and then your role will be a full time float position within the district. You'll likely divide up your caseload and only travel between a few schools per day. You'll be paid for travel time.
Qualifications & Education
- Degree: Bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders or a related field.
- Licensure: Valid Texas license as an SLPA through TDLR (including passing the Texas Jurisprudence Exam).
- Skills: Strong communication, organization, and bilingual abilities (English/Spanish is frequently preferred in TX).
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Core Responsibilities & Duties
- Therapy Implementation: Follow and execute treatment plans or Individual Education Plans (IEPs) designed by the supervising SLP.
- Screenings & Testing: Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
- Progress Tracking: Document client performance, gather data, and track ongoing progress toward goals.
- Collaboration: Assist with carry-over activities and communicate with teachers, multidisciplinary teams, and parents.
- Administration: Prepare therapy materials, maintain clinical records, and manage equipment/devices under direction
Experience
- School-based experience preferred.
- Experience providing speech-language services to children and adolescents preferred.
- Experience working within special education environments preferred.
- Knowledge of ARD/IEP processes strongly preferred.
Our awesome Ardor benefits include:
*Weekly pay, every Friday!
*Major medical/dental and vision available on day 1 for you and your family
*Pet insurance
*Family planning benefits like IVF coverage
* Life insurance with extensive family health options
*Retirement savings plan
Meet Ardor Health Solutions & A.S.K.
Ardor — passion in action. Founded in 2001, Ardor Health is a Women & Family owned nursing, allied, and therapy staffing agency based in Tampa, FL. For nearly 25 years, our mission has stayed simple: passion and empowerment.
We don't just recruit — we build community. Expect transparency in pay, no ghosting, and a team that champions you from first call to contract completion. You choose your assignment; we're right there cheering you on.
A.S.K. (Allied Support for Kids) is our full-service pediatric and school-based placement division — built around your career goals. Travel assignments, long-term placements, or something in between? Just A.S.K.
✔ Tiered referral rewards up to $1,200 per clinician
✔ License, CE & certification assistance (case-by-case)
✔ Transparent pay — no bait & switch, ever
Ready to travel farther together?
Employer
Allied Support for Kids
Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K): Empowering Clinicians to Shape the Future of Kids
At Ardor Health, our journey began in 2001 with a simple, powerful belief: passionate clinicians can transform lives, especially when they are embedded in the communities where children learn, grow, and thrive. Today, we are proud to reconnect with that legacy in a bold new way through Ardor Schools & Kids (A.S.K), a dedicated initiative designed to create meaningful impact in both school and pediatric settings.
A.S.K is more than a staffing program. It is a purpose driven movement that brings together Ardor’s deep history of school based clinical placements with a growing network of pediatric focused opportunities nationwide. Whether supporting students in the classroom or caring for young patients in clinical environments, A.S.K empowers therapists and clinicians to make an authentic, lasting difference in the lives of children and families.
Why A.S.K Matters
Impact that goes beyond care. This is more than a job. It is service, advocacy, and community engagement. A.S.K clinicians are not only providers, but mentors, allies, and champions for kids.
A return to our roots. Ardor Health was founded on strong partnerships within school communities. A.S.K strengthens that foundation while expanding our reach into pediatric care settings where the need is growing every day.
Flexible, meaningful opportunities. From classroom support to pediatric clinics and specialized care environments, A.S.K offers assignments that align with your passion, expertise, and career goals.
Who A.S.K Serves
Clinicians seeking purposeful pediatric and school based roles where their skills can create measurable change.
School districts and healthcare facilities looking for tailored staffing solutions that directly support student and patient success.
Therapy students and new graduates ready to launch careers centered on impact, growth, and purpose.
With A.S.K, helping kids is not just a career. It is a calling. We are here to provide the opportunities, support, and partnership clinicians need to make a meaningful difference where it matters most, with kids.
About Houston, TX
As a Travel Speech Language Pathology Assistant in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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