Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Role: TK-8 Speech-Language Pathologist Setting: Small, hands-on special needs school environment Goal: Maximize student communication competence, functional language, and academic integration.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Planning Conduct comprehensive formal and informal evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and literacy skills. Design data-driven, evidence-based Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Establish functional, measurable communication goals tailored to each student. Therapy Delivery Provide direct individual and small-group therapy sessions customized to students. Implement Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems and assistive technologies for non-verbal or severely speech-impaired students. Address articulation, phonology, fluency (stuttering), and social pragmatic language delays. Collaboration and Hands-On Support Work directly inside a small-school framework to coordinate closely with special education teachers. Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings and IEP conferences. Train parents and classroom staff on carryover strategies to use communication tools throughout the daily routine. Qualifications and Requirements Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Valid state licensure and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA (or local governing equivalent). Experience or specialized training in K-12 special needs, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and AAC implementation