Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Summary :

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our partner school. The SLP will play a key role in identifying students with communication disorders that may impact their educational performance and providing targeted speech and language services to students who require them. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with strong assessment, intervention, and communication skills.

Job Goal :

The key role of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is to identify students with a communication disorder that may adversely affect a child's educational performance and / or to address the communication needs of students who have been identified as needing Speech Language Services within the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assess students to identify potential communication deficits / needs, including articulation, expressive / receptive language, and pragmatic language.
• Write evaluation reports and Evaluation Summary Reports based on student needs.
• Generate, implement, and monitor Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).
• Plan and provide services for students with speech / language impairment as well as students with various disabilities qualifying for speech as a related service.
• Provide transdisciplinary speech and language services within the natural context of the school day.
• Support the use of Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) tools for students, including modeling / support for classroom staff.
• Serve students and assist staff with feeding / swallowing concerns.
• Maintain case records for students, including service logs, progress monitoring, and quarterly goal reporting.
• Complete documentation of services and progress reports for Cost Recovery (Medicaid).
• Collaborate and consult with parents, teachers, and other school staff.
• Create a schedule designed to meet all students' service needs in collaboration with school / staff schedules.

Minimum Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

The position requires the ability to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday, lift up to 50 pounds with assistance, and use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students.

Standard Requirements :

Position : Speech Language Pathologist

Rate : Up to $82 per hour