I am fed up yall. My start date was supposed to be the 14. Then it got pushed back to the 20th. Now tomorrow is the 20th and I STILL DONT KNOW WHAT SCHOOL IM AT. I was supposed to go in tomorrow and attend an orientation virtually. Now I was told to attend from home virtually. I’m honestly at a loss. I’m left wondering if I even have a job. I’ve been an SLPA for 4 years and have never dealt with this. Idk what to do.
I have been with them for months now and all they have done for me is call every three weeks to ask if I’m still available and looking for employment. They have not once gotten me an interview. About two weeks ago a recruiter text me saying they manage to set up an “ interview” for me with a school district on the same day then suspiciously an hour later the interview was canceled and the reasoning they gave me was that the SLP who did my observation told the school district that I would be more comfortable working adults. Which I would never say because number one I haven’t got the chance to work with anyone yet because I just got licensed so how would I know who am more comfortable with? Second why would I say that if I specifically ask to observe someone at an elementary school.
So I got in contact with the SLP and she told me not a single person has reached out to her about me. Why would she lie to me? We had a good relationship and we’re both adults so if she felt like I would not work well with children there would be no reason for her not to tell me.
I don’t understand why procare therapy felt the need to set up a fake interview and then try to gaslight me. I just found that extremely bizarre. Not to mention I think this recruiter I was texting with was most likely ai-generated.
Hi all. I'm an SLP with 19 years of experience and I hold an active California license. I'm based in Arizona and also licensed in AZ and Florida. Remote SLPA supervision is a big part of what I do now, and I have openings.
Before that I was an SLPA myself for almost 5 years, so I know what it's like on that side of it. Honestly that's most of why I do this. I like being the support I never got.
If you're an SLPA in California looking for a supervisor, or you work for an agency that's short on supervisors, send me a message and I'll tell you what I have available.
Happy to answer general questions in the comments too.
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Of course, California has to make this really difficult. I have a Master's Degree in SPED. I want out of teaching, and the school system. I want to be a SLPA. Why is it so hard to find a program that is made for someone like me? I don't need another degree. However, SLPA and hearing aid dispensery board says I can only have an associate's in SLPA, not a certificate. Anybody else have any real information on what I can do to meet the educational requirements? Thanks!
I am not yet diagnosed but I often have a difficult time understanding people, especially if they have an accent. I am interested in becoming an SLPA because I find the subject matter fascinating and I'd really like to work with kids, but I'm worried my APD might make that career path nonviable.
I just started my first school-based SLPA job. I completed my clinical placements in schools, but by the time I arrived everything was already set up. My supervisors already had the schedules, groups, and systems in place. I observed for a couple of days and then started running sessions. This is my first time starting at the beginning of the school year, and honestly I'm not sure what is typically expected of an SLPA the first week.
I'm assigned to 3 school sites and have been told to coordinate with the SLPs about which days I'll be at each site. I do wonder how much of the scheduling and organization I'm expected to create myself. Do SLPs usually make all the student groups and therapy schedules, or are SLPAs expected to help build those?
I remember an SLPA alumnus from my program who worked across multiple sites and had a huge binder with student lists, groups, goals, schedules, etc. Is that pretty standard? What systems do you use to stay organized?
I'm also realizing I don't have a lot of school materials yet. I've been working in a pediatric clinic since April where we do a lot of play-based, child-led therapy, so I'm pretty comfortable following a child's interests and targeting goals naturally. I'm not sure how well that translates to the school setting, especially with older students.
Some additional questions:
I'd appreciate any advice, systems, mistakes to avoid, or things you wish you had known when you started.
Hi all,
I hope this is allowed here! I'm seeking advice as an undergraduate student. :)
I've been doing some research on internships for next summer. Is it possible for an SLP undergraduate student to find internships related to the field? I've worked in both childcare and academia settings with an RBT certification, but I'm seeking hands-on experience working with speech disorders. I've reached out to numerous local businesses who have told me that they don't accept internships with undergraduate students.
Does anyone have any advice on my next steps? Or perhaps other certifications I should pursue to bolster my resume to potential employers?
Thank you!
How much are you all making a check. I can’t find a lot of data for this? And what setting??? Are you paid for cancellations? Benefits?
hi everybody! i hope everyone is doing well:) i graduate in december and i wanted to know if any texas school slpas can give me insight on what workspaces look like? do we typically get offices or speech rooms? or do we go to libraries? sorry i wanted to go ahead and start planning what decorations and office supplies I would get for my school setting job:) it’s so exciting to start looking lol so i wanted to ask in general what usually you guys are given. thanks in advance!
Hi! I’m currently completing my SLPA program. I am expected to graduate in December 2026.
I am looking for a school, clinic, or program where I can complete my required 100 SLPA clinical hours. I am mainly looking in West Phoenix or Central Phoenix, but I am willing to travel for the right opportunity. Does anyone know where I can do these at?
I would really appreciate any recommendations or advice for doing those hours and if there is anything I should expect. I don’t know if it’s too early to start calling now to secure a spot or if I should call in the new year? Thanksss
hi everyone! i currently have my bachelor’s degree in psychology and have been battling what to go back to school for basically since i graduated. i was working as an RBT for a while and i absolutely loved it, but ended up needing to take some time off from that because of transportation issues at the time. i’ve thought about going to be a BCBA but im just not 100% sure that’s the route id like to be in forever. recently ive been considering doing a pathways program to be an SLPA. What is day to day like? Is it hard finding a job? Are hours/pay consistent? Tips? Anything you wish you knew before you went into it? any an all info for someone new to this field is appreciated, tyia.
What are we doing for the first day/week of school? I think I might have to see kids my first day and I’m panicking as the first day is tomorrow and this is my first time in a school setting 🫠 (also, I got hired late and I don’t even have my room decorated, it’s quite embarrassing how clueless I feel)
I know it chatted about this not that long ago and so have others. But I want to make sure I’m seeing this correctly online and it’s just not me.
But are there less and less jobs for SLPAs?? Compared to like 2 years ago?
I’m thinking about going back home to CA for a bit before I settle on another state, I went to check for Slpa jobs in my county and there’s like 12!!! Not kidding! And it’s a county that covers like 7 major cities! I’m like wait what!
So how is it looking in your area?
I recently found out that I didn’t get a job because I was “more” expensive due to my experience and preferred a new grad. Is that what’s happening?? I knew this was thing but no way.
$49 a session, but they do not pay for gas mileage and they said they would try to keep as close to my home as possible and do daycares for me.
Would you take it? Or what should I negotiate?
Hello SLPA Friends,
I'm going to be split between two school sites this year and want to be able to move some of my therapy materials back-and-forth. I imagine using a bag that I sling over my shoulder is going to be uncomfortable. Does anyone here (maybe someone in home health or another traveling type role) have something they can recommend? I'm thinking of something like a luggage/carry-on thing with wheels.
Anyone else here get into the SLPA program at Chemeketa for this fall? I’d love to connect with other students in the cohort if possible!
Has anyone applied to be in the Fall 26 SLPA Cohort and gotten in?
Hi! I’m currently an SLPA working primarily in the school setting, with some previous private practice experience. While I really enjoyed the 1:1 aspect of private practice, the inconsistent pay and back-to-back sessions weren’t a good fit for me long-term.
After 3 years in the field, I’ve also realized that pursuing a master’s and becoming an SLP may not be the right path for me. For me, the ROI doesn’t feel worth the additional schooling, especially when I’m looking for more financial stability and don’t want to have to hustle for income through home health or settle for lower pay in the school system.
I genuinely love working with the pediatric population, and I’m especially interested in the clinical/research side of the field. I’d love to find a way to use my experience and degree in a different capacity while still having room for growth and better financial stability.
I’ve been applying to different roles and know the job market is ROUGH right now, but I’d really love to hear from other SLPAs who have transitioned out of traditional clinical roles.
What did you transition into? Did you go back to school or leverage your existing experience? And have you been successful in finding something that offers better pay, stability, and growth?
I’m very much at the “I need out, but I don’t know where to go next” stage, so I’d appreciate any experiences, advice, or career paths you’re willing to share!