2026-2027 Speech Language Pathologist

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to plan and provide services for students with speech, voice, or language disorders within the educational program. Responsibilities include evaluation, individual and group therapy, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and students under IEPs.

Qualified applicants will hold a Masters in Speech-Language Pathology with a Texas license or TEA certificate, and possess strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have completed practicum to receive Texas speech therapy license (or TEA Certificate if issued prior to 9/01/94).
• Experience with evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities and manage behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and provide individual and group therapy aligned with IEP goals.
• Consult with teachers, students, and parents; plan classroom strategies to improve communication skills.
• Provide professional development in assigned schools for staff on communication deficits.
• Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and maintain records.
• Supervise licensed assistants or interns and assist with Medicaid reimbursement when needed.

Job description

Primary Purpose

Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Maintain speech and language special education records and documentation.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in speech-language pathology/communication disordersfrom an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or
• Bachelors degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate or
• Texas licensed Intern in Speech-Language Pathology

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge and skills in the area of speech pathology including assessment, diagnosis, and intervention techniques.
• Ability to use the accepted test and measurements to assess communicationdisorders and conditions; collect and interpret data
• Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
• Ability and willingness to assess and instruct students with disabilities and manage student behaviors
• Excellent organizational, communication (both written and oral), and interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve effectively

Work Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
• Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
• Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; requires in district travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure; learn and apply new skills and training efficiently
• Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience

Must have completed required practicum to receive Texas speech therapy license (or TEA Certificate if issued prior to 9/01/94).

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Therapy

Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals and schedule of services contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make determination regarding therapy services.

Consultation

Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding student success, needs of the student, and involvement in remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom strategies/activities to improve communication skills of students. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits.

Student Management

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.

Program Management

Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings. Participate in the selection of equipment and instructional materials. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents. Attend Speech-Language Pathology staff meetings and staff development. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, board policy and the Educator Code of Ethics.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Speech Pathologists may be called upon to supervise licensed assistants or interns in speech-language pathology, graduate students in speech-language pathology, and submit claims for Medicaid reimbursement.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$309.16 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Memre Culwell , Lead Speech Pathologist
• EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]