Elementary High School School Speech Language Pathologist - Surprise, AZ

Sunbelt Staffing; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Surprise, AZ is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a contract role supporting elementary and high school students. You'll evaluate speech and language needs and deliver therapy to promote communication skills.

Collaborate with teachers, families, and the school team; participate in IEP meetings and document progress. The position emphasizes functional outcomes and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active Arizona SLP license required to begin.
• Experience in schools or K-12 settings preferred.
• Strong communication with students, families and educators.
• Familiar with IEP development and progress tracking.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage caseload.
• Flexible and creative in therapy adaptation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess students' speech, language, and communication abilities using standardized tools.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to student strengths and needs.
• Deliver direct and indirect speech-language therapy services to students across K-12 with functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and families to support student success and monitor progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings, sharing insights and recommendations as part of the educational team.
• Maintain thorough records of evaluations, session notes, and progress reports.

Skills

SLP license

School experience

Interpersonal skills

IEP collaboration

Documentation

Creativity

Job description

Bring your expertise as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to a rewarding contract opportunity working with students in elementary and high school settings. This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on young learners communication development, helping them thrive both academically and socially. If you enjoy working collaboratively in a supportive school environment and are passionate about empowering students, this position is an excellent fit.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Arizona SLP licenserequired to begin
• Previous experience working in schools, especially with elementary and high school populations, preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, families, and educators
• Comfort with IEP development, progress tracking, and multidisciplinary teamwork
• Organizational skills for balancing caseload, documentation, and meeting deadlines
• Flexibility and creativity in adapting therapy to individual student needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and assess students speech, language, and communication abilities using standardized tools
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to student strengths and needs
• Deliver direct and indirect speech-language therapy services to students across K-12, with an emphasis on functional outcomes
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, and families to support student success and monitor progress
• Participate in IEP meetings, sharing insights and recommendations as part of the educational team
• Maintain thorough records of evaluations, session notes, and progress reports

In this role, youll have the chance to work closely with diverse students and a dedicated school staff, building positive relationships while advancing your professional growth. Your contributions will be valued as you help students find their voices and unlock greater academic achievement.

Take the next step in your SLP career.