Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Thrive Therapies
| Company | Thrive Therapies |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Houston |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | USD 52k–62k |
| Posted | 29 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (lever) |
Description
WHY THRIVE THERAPIES
SLPAs play a vital role in expanding access to speech-language services in schools, yet many struggle with unclear supervision structures, inconsistent caseload assignments, or limited pathways toward SLP licensure. Thrive changes that.
We place SLPAs in schools with dedicated CCC-SLP supervisors, structured mentorship, and defined supervision ratios. If you're working toward your full SLP license, Thrive supports your clinical hours documentation and provides study resources and exam fee reimbursement.
POSITION SUMMARY
As an SLPA, you work under the direct supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to implement speech and language therapy activities for students K–12. You deliver structured intervention, collect data, and support students in achieving their communication goals under the guidance of your supervising SLP.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Implement SLP-designed therapy programs for students with articulation, language, fluency, and voice disorders
Conduct one-on-one and small-group therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques and protocols established by the supervising SLP
Collect precise session data and maintain detailed progress notes; communicate findings to the supervising SLP
Support augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) use and assistive technology implementation per SLP direction
Assist with language-screening procedures and data collection under SLP supervision
Collaborate with classroom teachers and special education staff to generalize communication skills across school settings
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ASHA ethical guidelines for SLPAs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences or related field
State SLPA registration, licensure, or certification as required by the assigned state
Completion of ASHA-required academic coursework and clinical observation hours
Clear background check and immunization clearance per school district requirements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior school-based SLPA experience (1+ years)
Experience working with children with autism, language disorders, and articulation delays
Bilingual capability (Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese)
Interest in pursuing full SLP licensure — Thrive provides support for your pathway
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation is paid over 10 months, aligned to the school-year calendar. All figures below reflect the Greater Houston, TX market.
Base Compensation
W-2 Base Salary
$50,000 – $62,500,based on experience
A salary that reflects the expertise you bring. W-2 employment means full benefits, paid time off, retirement match, disability coverage, and malpractice insurance — all on us. Your total compensation is built to reflect what this work is worth.
1099 Contractor Rate
$37-$45/hr/hr
If flexibility is what fits your life, we built that in. Our 1099 option puts you in control of how you work — with a competitive hourly rate, full professional supports, and your career mobility fully intact.
Additional Earning Potential!
Sign-On Bonus
$1,000 —paid 25% at 30 days,25% at 90 days,50% at 6 months
Our sign-on bonus is a signal: we’re committed to you from the moment you say yes, and we want you to feel that.
Longevity Structure
Up to $2,000 —paid after completing your first full school year
We’re building Thrive around the people who commit to this work and to each other over the long haul — because that’s who our kids and schools depend on. Every year you come back, we reward it. And it grows with you.
CEU Stipend
$750 your first year →growing up to $2,000after five years
Your practice is the whole thing. The more you grow as a clinician, the better the care our kids get. We put real dollars behind your continuing education, and it grows with your tenure. Investing in your expertise is investing in our mission.
Performance Bonus
Paid annually afterexceeding performancemetrics
When you go above and beyond for students, we notice. Our performance bo
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