Speech Language Pathologist – School Setting

About the role

The Speech Language Pathologist provides evaluation, assessment, and treatment for students with communication disorders associated with intellectual disabilities, autism, and multiple disabilities. Working independently within a multidisciplinary team, the SLP develops individualized communication goals and systems.

Key responsibilities

• Screen, assess, and develop recommendations for students with speech, language, fluency, voice, feeding/dysphagia, and pragmatic deficits.
• Provide individual and group therapy, create and train on augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) systems, and ensure consistent use.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, write detailed reports, and maintain accurate documentation, including Medicaid requirements.
• Participate in IEP meetings, collaborate with teachers and staff, and support school mission through volunteer activities and bus duty.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence or initiation of Clinical Fellowship year.
• Knowledge of students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and multiple disabilities and current federal special education guidelines.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and maintain required documentation.
• Successful completion of background check, drug screening, TB screening, and COVID‑19 vaccination.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AAC systems (low‑tech and high‑tech).
• Experience using speech and language assessment tools, sound recorders, and voice output devices.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized communication plans.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills for collaboration with staff, families, and documentation.