School-Based SLP: Maternity Leave Coverage in Tampa

Strides Therapy & Educational Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with match

PTO/sick time

Licensure reimbursement

Certification stipend

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Tampa, FL seeks a School-Based Speech Language Pathologist to support students with communication needs in Hillsborough County Public Schools. This maternity-leave coverage role requires delivering assessments, planning interventions, and collaborating with educators.

You will join a team dedicated to evidence-based practice, maintain records, participate in IEP meetings, and stay current with best practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (if applicable).
• Educator Certificate (if applicable).
• CCC-SLP from ASHA (or CF).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in private practice or outpatient settings preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance billing and documentation practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• The Speech Language Pathologist will conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify students' communication disorders and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based speech and language pathology interventions and strategies to improve students' communication, articulation, fluency, and language skills.
• Collaborate closely with educators, parents, and other members of the school-based team to create and implement strategies that support students' participation in the classroom and social activities.
• Monitor and document students' progress, adapting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Offer guidance and education to parents, teachers, and support staff on strategies to enhance students' communication skills and facilitate carryover into the classroom.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including session notes, progress reports, and billing documentation.
• Stay current with the latest research, best practices, and techniques in speech-language pathology.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team meetings, and school-based professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and ethical standards governing speech-language pathology services in schools.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure as SLP

Educator Certificate

CCC-SLP (ASHA)

Tools

Knowledge of insurance billing

Job description

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Tampa, FL seeks a School-Based Speech Language Pathologist to support students with communication needs in Hillsborough County Public Schools. This maternity-leave coverage role requires delivering assessments, planning interventions, and collaborating with educators.

You will join a team dedicated to evidence-based practice, maintain records, participate in IEP meetings, and stay current with best practices.