Job Description
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - 2026-2027 School Year Full-Time, 1099 | School-Based | Tennessee (On-Site) You became an SLPA to help students find their voice. Let's make that impact where it matters most. At Thrive Therapies , we place SLPAs like you in K-12 schools across under-resourced communities, because we believe every student deserves expert, compassionate support in communication. We aren't a traditional healthcare company. We're a provider-first , mission-driven team committed to real support, professional growth, and a community of educators, providers, and change-makers. Why SLPAs Love Working with Us Caseloads tailored for quality-not quantity Ongoing supervision and mentorship from a licensed SLP Access to a shared assessment library and therapy resources Competitive 1099 rates Flexible scheduling and autonomy for contractors Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited SLPA program Current Tennessee licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed SLP Commitment to culturally responsive care and educational equity Experience in schools (preferred but not required) Must pass a background check Compensation: 1099 Contractor: $32-$44/hour What Makes Us Different We center you, the provider. Whether you're helping a kindergartner practice early sounds or supporting a high school student with communication strategies, we're here to help you thrive. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with our SLPAs, supervising SLPs, and school partners so you're supported, respected, and never on your own. Interested? Let's talk! We're actively interviewing for the 20