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Posted August 21, 2026

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Playful Paths Speech Therapy
Lakeland, FL, US Full Time
25USD - 35USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Startup on a Mission

This isn’t just a job. It’s an invitation to help build something from the ground up. We're a fast-growing mobile therapy startup delivering high-quality, in-home speech-language services to children across Central Florida. Our approach is rooted in child-led, play-based therapy, and our mission is simple: empower families, elevate care, and create authentic change — one home visit at a time.

We are looking for pioneers. People who light up at the idea of improving systems, working with heart, and being part of something bigger than themselves. If you're energized by growth, freedom, and the satisfaction of doing meaningful work that lasts, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.


What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide personalized, play-based therapy to pediatric clients (ages birth–18) in their home, daycare, and/or school environments
  • Use your insight and empathy to support families as partners in progress
  • Think like a builder: contribute to improving workflows, systems, and operations
  • Take ownership of your caseload and communicate directly and transparently with our team
  • Develop creative marketing ideas and collaborate to grow our referral base
  • Be open to helping with speech-adjacent tasks that support the bigger picture
  • Willing to learn (or already familiar with) documentation practices
  • Travel locally to client homes within Polk County, exclusively.
  • Compensation will increase with promotions.


Who You Are

  • A licensed SLPA through the Florida Department of Health (required)
  • Level 2 background check or willingness to complete it.
  • Eager to grow, improve, and actively participate in shaping the way we work
  • Experienced in pediatric settings and confident managing families and progress independently
  • Excited by the pace of startups — you see challenges as opportunities, not roadblocks
  • Skilled (or willing to learn) in marketing and relationship-building with referral sources
  • Naturally curious, driven, and ready to learn billing systems, organize workflows, and take the lead when needed
  • Tech-savvy with a personal laptop for documentation
  • Reliable transportation and solid time-management skills


Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Your ideas matter. We’re building this together, and your voice helps shape the future.
  • Freedom & flexibility. We trust you to manage your schedule and own your impact.
  • Support that lifts you. You’ll work with a founder and team who believe in radical transparency, mentorship, and real-time feedback.
  • A culture of builders. You’ll never be micromanaged, but you will be encouraged to solve, speak up, and soar.
  • Paid CEUs & liability insurance
  • Compensation: $25–$35/hr based on experience


A Note on Startups

Startups are not for everyone. They’re fast, imperfect, and full of moments that test your creativity and grit. But if you’re the kind of person who gets energy from growth, who sees obstacles as stepping stones, and who loves seeing their work directly impact lives — then this will feel like home.

You won’t just do a job here.
You’ll build a legacy for families who need your skills — and for yourself.

Apply Today

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We look forward to learning more about your experience and how you might contribute to our growing team.

We can't wait to grow with you.

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