Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
Devereux, Fitchburg, MA, United States
Immediate need for temporary (5-6 months) full‑time SLPA, with possibility to become permanent.
May 2026 graduates encouraged to apply!
Pay range $27.75-$32.64 per hour based on experience and higher education.
This position will alternate between Rutland and Fitchburg locations. The schedule is Monday‑Friday daytime hours.
$1,000 sign‑on bonus!
Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to helping children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
About the Role
An in‑field Speech Language Pathology Assistant who collaborates with a Speech Language Pathologist to implement Individual Education Program (IEP) goals for students ages 6‑21 with ASD and related developmental disorders.
Responsibilities
Assist the Speech Language Pathologist in implementing goals and objectives outlined in the IEP.
Structure the classroom and physical environment to promote positive, goal‑directed responses and social interaction.
Support the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings (without clinical interpretation) and document student performance.
Provide information to team members for students who have communication and/or swallowing disorders, including programming and instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
Handle clerical duties such as preparing materials, scheduling activities, and maintaining equipment as directed by the SLP.
Qualifications
21 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license.
Bachelor’s degree with major or minor in Communication Disorders and completion of supervised field work.
Current SLPA license or license‑eligible immediately following college graduation.
Preferred: previous experience in remedial speech/language difficulties in a hospital or school treatment facility.
Knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices preferred.
Ability to attend a 2‑week paid orientation (Monday‑Friday, 8 AM‑4 PM) in Rutland, MA.
Benefits
Full‑time benefits include: 192 paid time off hours per year, 64 sick hours per year.
403(b) retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential additional 2% match.
Free basic life insurance up to 2× annual salary.
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace. Drug screening required. EEO.
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May 2026 graduates encouraged to apply!
Pay range $27.75-$32.64 per hour based on experience and higher education.
This position will alternate between Rutland and Fitchburg locations. The schedule is Monday‑Friday daytime hours.
$1,000 sign‑on bonus!
Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to helping children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
About the Role
An in‑field Speech Language Pathology Assistant who collaborates with a Speech Language Pathologist to implement Individual Education Program (IEP) goals for students ages 6‑21 with ASD and related developmental disorders.
Responsibilities
Assist the Speech Language Pathologist in implementing goals and objectives outlined in the IEP.
Structure the classroom and physical environment to promote positive, goal‑directed responses and social interaction.
Support the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings (without clinical interpretation) and document student performance.
Provide information to team members for students who have communication and/or swallowing disorders, including programming and instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
Handle clerical duties such as preparing materials, scheduling activities, and maintaining equipment as directed by the SLP.
Qualifications
21 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license.
Bachelor’s degree with major or minor in Communication Disorders and completion of supervised field work.
Current SLPA license or license‑eligible immediately following college graduation.
Preferred: previous experience in remedial speech/language difficulties in a hospital or school treatment facility.
Knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices preferred.
Ability to attend a 2‑week paid orientation (Monday‑Friday, 8 AM‑4 PM) in Rutland, MA.
Benefits
Full‑time benefits include: 192 paid time off hours per year, 64 sick hours per year.
403(b) retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential additional 2% match.
Free basic life insurance up to 2× annual salary.
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace. Drug screening required. EEO.
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