Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) – Full-Time, School-Based

Looking for meaningful work, and a team that will support you while you do it?

Therapeutic Focus is seeking a full-time, in-person Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to provide school-based services to students in the West Memphis School District.

Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced clinician who is new to the school setting, you'll join a team that believes in strong supervision, mentorship, collaboration, and continued professional growth.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

You won't be on your own. You'll work under the supervision and direction of an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist with 25+ years of experience who is committed to helping you learn, grow, and succeed.

Your support also includes:

• Formal mentorship for new graduates
• Mentorship for experienced clinicians who are new to the school setting
• Monthly SLP team meetings with experienced clinicians for collaboration, problem-solving, and continued learning
• Twice-yearly interdisciplinary meetings with our OT, PT, and SLP teams
• A growing team of 33+ professionals from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• A therapist-led company where clinical perspectives are valued

We don't expect you to know everything on your first day. We want someone who is eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and passionate about helping children succeed.

Bring your enthusiasm and willingness to grow. We'll bring the support.

About Therapeutic Focus

Therapeutic Focus is a therapist-led pediatric therapy company established in 2011. We provide outpatient and school-based pediatric therapy services throughout Arkansas, Tennessee, and Louisiana.

We're proud to be growing while maintaining the personal, team-oriented culture that has been part of Therapeutic Focus from the beginning.

Experienced enough to lead you. Small enough to know you. Growing enough to offer you opportunities.

What You'll Do

Under the supervision and direction of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, you will:

• Provide speech and language services according to established student goals and plans
• Implement therapy activities and strategies as directed by the supervising SLP
• Work individually and in small groups with students, as appropriate
• Collect data and accurately document student performance and services
• Communicate student progress, observations, and concerns to your supervising SLP
• Prepare creative and engaging therapy activities
• Collaborate with your supervising SLP and appropriate members of the school team
• Participate in supervision, mentorship, team meetings, and professional development

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to meet someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children
• Dependable, positive, and encouraging
• Coachable and receptive to feedback
• Creative and able to make therapy engaging
• Organized and comfortable with technology and electronic documentation
• A strong communicator and collaborative team member
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance
• Excited to learn and continue growing professionally

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a field of study that meets requirements for Speech-Language Pathology Assistant practice
• Completion of required SLPA coursework and supervised clinical fieldwork
• Meets applicable Arkansas requirements to practice as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using computers, technology, and electronic documentation
• Pediatric or school-based experience is a plus, but new graduates are encouraged to apply
  

Position Details

Position: Full-Time Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Setting: School-Based, In-Person
Location: West Memphis School District | West Memphis, Arkansas
Schedule: Monday through Friday (school hours)
Benefits: 

• Flexible scheduling
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement program
• Formal mentorship and ongoing clinical support
• Professional collaboration with experienced clinicians

Come Grow With Us

Some of the biggest victories in pediatric therapy begin with small moments; a new sound, a new word, greater confidence, or a child discovering a better way to communicate.

You can be part of those moments.

If you're looking for meaningful work with children and want to be part of a team that will support your development, value your contribution, and celebrate your growth, we'd love to meet you!

Apply today and come grow with Therapeutic Focus.