Full-Time School-Based SLP: Empower Kids’ Communication

Accel; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCEL is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide consultative and direct therapy for AAC users in K-12+ settings. This full-time, 10-month position runs Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm, with paid school breaks and federal holidays.

You will evaluate students, write reports, develop IEPs, manage augmentative communication devices, participate in MET/IEP meetings, and collaborate with teachers and families to track progress and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Active Arizona SLP certificate and Department of Health SLP license.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• AHCCCS number for Medicaid billing; NPI number and AHCCS ID required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative and direct speech and language therapy services.
• Evaluate and write evaluation reports for students receiving services.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and instructional programs.
• Program augmentative communication devices and monitor device maintenance.
• Participate in MET and IEP meetings when appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure therapy is integrated into instruction.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to implement therapeutic and educational programs.
• Evaluate student progress and document progress at regular intervals.
• Maintain professional relationships with parents/caregivers and inform them of progress.
• Submit reports within designated timeframes; maintain accurate records and Medicaid billing.

Skills

Speech-language therapy

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation and reporting

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Arizona Department of Education SLP Certificate

Arizona Department of Health SLP License

Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

AHCCCS Medicaid billing knowledge (NPI/ID)

Background check clearance

Job description

ACCEL is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide consultative and direct therapy for AAC users in K-12+ settings. This full-time, 10-month position runs Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm, with paid school breaks and federal holidays.

You will evaluate students, write reports, develop IEPs, manage augmentative communication devices, participate in MET/IEP meetings, and collaborate with teachers and families to track progress and maintain accurate records.