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HealthPRO Pediatrics is looking for a Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our school-based team in Pearland, TX.
Join a supportive, inclusive pediatrics team helping students reach their full potential!
- School-Based Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
- Pearland, TX | In-person/on-site
- Part-Time - 15 hours/week
- Compensation starts at $45/hour!
Why HealthPRO?
Our school-based positions provide great schedules with weekends, holidays, & summers off
Opportunities to pick up additional hours with our other service lines and settings during school breaks
Free CEUs and great employee discounts for Dental & Vision, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity, Term Life Insurance, and more!
W-2 position - No extra tax stuff at the end of the year!
Mentorship* from multiple disciplines across our experienced, collaborative pediatric team
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities:
Administering speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment
Assist with the development of goals and objectives for assigned clients
Providing feedback to supervisor regarding trials for patients for recommending communication devices/aids as indicated
Document client progress toward goals and objectives by preparing records, logs, goal sheets or other means of documentation
Provide assistance to staff as needed and through consultation, training and various activities
Maintaining clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory
Identifying patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate
Instructing patient, family/caregiver, and other Organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated
Daily Communication with clinical supervisor and Lead SLP
Implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by speech-language pathologists
* Monitor the use of alternative communication devices and systems
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of speech language pathology assistant with a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
Licensure: Current State License to practice Speech-Language Pathology
Experience: One year experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Overview:
HealthPRO Pediatrics is looking for a Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our school-based team in Pearland, TX.
Join a supportive, inclusive pediatrics team helping students reach their full potential!
- School-Based Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
- Pearland, TX | In-person/on-site
- Part-Time - 15 hours/week
- Compensation starts at $45/hour!
Why HealthPRO?
Our school-based positions provide great schedules with weekends, holidays, & summers off
Opportunities to pick up additional hours with our other service lines and settings during school breaks
Free CEUs and great employee discounts for Dental & Vision, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity, Term Life Insurance, and more!
W-2 position - No extra tax stuff at the end of the year!
Mentorship* from multiple disciplines across our experienced, collaborative pediatric team
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities:
Administering speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment
Assist with the development of goals and objectives for assigned clients
Providing feedback to supervisor regarding trials for patients for recommending communication devices/aids as indicated
Document client progress toward goals and objectives by preparing records, logs, goal sheets or other means of documentation
Provide assistance to staff as needed and through consultation, training and various activities
Maintaining clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory
Identifying patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate
Instructing patient, family/caregiver, and other Organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated
Daily Communication with clinical supervisor and Lead SLP
Implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by speech-language pathologists
* Monitor the use of alternative communication devices and systems
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of speech language pathology assistant with a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
Licensure: Current State License to practice Speech-Language Pathology
Experience: One year experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Speech Language Pathology
Verify your credentials meet state licensure requirements
Most PERM-sponsoring employers require a current state SLP license before initiating labor certification. If your credentials come from outside the U.S., get a foreign degree evaluation and complete your ASHA certification of clinical competence before applying to roles.
Target employers with institutional PERM filing history
Hospital networks, pediatric therapy groups, and large school districts file PERM petitions regularly and have dedicated HR processes for sponsorship. These employers handle the DOL recruitment and documentation requirements far more smoothly than first-time sponsors.
Search green-card-sponsoring SLP jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters roles by green card sponsorship history so you can identify which employers have actively filed for SLPs before. That filtering saves you from spending weeks pursuing positions where sponsorship is unlikely.
Understand how PERM recruitment timelines affect your start date
PERM labor certification requires the employer to run recruitment ads and wait for DOL review, which typically takes six to twelve months before your I-140 is even filed. Factor this into offer negotiations so your expected start date and sponsorship timeline are realistic.
Confirm EB-2 versus EB-3 classification before accepting an offer
SLP roles requiring only a master's degree typically qualify under EB-3, but positions requiring clinical specialization or a supervisory role with advanced credentials may qualify for EB-2. Ask your employer's immigration counsel which category they intend to file under, since it affects your wait time.
Request a written sponsorship commitment during offer negotiations
Ask the employer to specify in writing that they will cover PERM filing costs and initiate the process within a defined period after your start date. USCIS requires the employer to demonstrate intent to permanently employ you, so a vague verbal promise is not enough protection.
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Find Speech Language Pathology JobsSpeech Language Pathology Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a speech language pathology role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most SLP positions qualify for EB-3 sponsorship because a master's degree is the standard entry requirement. Roles involving clinical supervision, research, or specialized credentials such as a fluency or augmentative communication specialty may qualify for EB-2 if the employer documents that an advanced degree beyond the standard master's is genuinely required for the position.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for SLPs?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency rather than a time-limited work authorization, and EB-3 petitions are not subject to an annual lottery the way H-1B registrations are. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification and USCIS processing typically add twelve to twenty-four months before you receive your green card, compared to a shorter H-1B approval window.
How can I find SLP employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search speech language pathology roles specifically filtered by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have already filed PERM petitions for SLPs. Targeting employers with an established sponsorship process reduces both your timeline and the risk that the company will back out during labor certification.
What documents should I prepare before applying for PERM-sponsored SLP positions?
You'll need a current state SLP license, ASHA certification of clinical competence, an official foreign degree evaluation if your master's degree was earned outside the U.S., and a copy of your I-94 or current visa status documentation. Having these ready before an offer is made allows the employer to begin the PERM recruitment process without delay.
Can my employer file my PERM petition while I'm working on a temporary visa?
Yes. PERM labor certification can be filed while you hold valid H-1B, O-1, or TN status, and your temporary work authorization remains in effect during the process. You don't need to leave the U.S. or change your status to begin green card sponsorship, and filing early protects your priority date regardless of how long USCIS review takes.
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