Clinical Fellow Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (Schools)

Strides Therapy & Educational Services; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits on Day 1

401k with match

PTO/sick time

Licensure reimbursement

Mentorship

Professional liability Insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Catastrophe medical

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services seeks a Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the Leesburg, FL area. You will assess, diagnose, and treat communication disorders in the school setting, collaborating with educators and families to develop IEPs and deliver evidence-based interventions.

The role involves direct therapy, progress monitoring, and interdisciplinary teamwork to support PreK–12 students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)
• Valid Florida state licensure or ability to obtain licensure
• Experience working with school-age children preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional growth

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of students' speech, language, and communication skills.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address speech and language goals.
• Provide direct therapy services to students in individual or group settings.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support students' communication needs in the classroom and beyond.
• Monitor student progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided and student progress.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and ongoing training.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CFY eligibility

Florida state licensure eligibility

Experience with school-age children preferred

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Fellow Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (Schools)

Location: Leesburg, FL

School District: Lake County Schools

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

About Us

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of speech-language pathology services within the public school systems in Florida. We are dedicated to empowering students with the communication skills they need to succeed academically and socially. Our team of professionals is committed to excellence, innovation, and making a positive difference in the lives of the students we serve. We are a therapist- and woman-owned and operated company.

Position Overview

As a Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist, you will work closely with students, educators, and families to assess, diagnose, and treat communication disorders within the school setting. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) and provide evidence-based interventions to support student success.

Additional Details

1 full-time position

Lake County is looking for a full-time SLP at Rimes Early Learning and Literacy Center. This public school is unique as it is only for PreK-aged students. There is also a full-time direct hire SLP at the school site.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of students' speech, language, and communication skills.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address speech and language goals.
• Provide direct therapy services to students in individual or group settings.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support students' communication needs in the classroom and beyond.
• Monitor student progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided and student progress.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)
• Valid Limited FL State Licensure or ability to obtain licensure
• Experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional growth.

Benefits

• Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 % and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
• FL State Licensure Reimbursement
• 1:1 Mentorship provided
• Access to SLP Educational Manager for Support
• Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

Salary: $50 - $55 per hour