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Recent changes in salary structures have led to speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs) earning higher starting salaries than entry-level teachers. Currently, a starting SLPA earns approximately $55,000 annually, surpassing the starting salary of a new teacher, which is around $53,000. In previous years, starting assistants earned about $47,000, while speech-language pathologists (SLPs) began at approximately $53,000. Experienced SLPs working in schools can earn upwards of $60,000, with some reaching a maximum of around $80,000 depending on years of experience and location. These salary adjustments reflect increased demand for speech therapy services and the evolving compensation policies within educational and healthcare settings.