School Based Speech Therapy Opportunity

Welltech Partners; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday time off

Mentorship program for new graduates

Job summary

An educational support agency in Louisiana is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist to work with students with communication disabilities. The role involves assessment, planning, implementing treatment, and collaborating with educational teams to ensure student success. It offers a salary range of $60,000 to $79,000, mentorship for new graduates, and operates on a 10-month schedule with generous holiday time off.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited college in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certified by the Louisiana Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Establish learning goals for students on IEPs.
• Communicate student's progress to parents and teachers.
• Plan activities targeting individual speech-language needs.
• Guide student behavior positively.
• Collaborate with teachers and educational teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Pathology

Licensure by the Louisiana Board of Examiners

Certification by the Louisiana Department of Education

Job description

About the job School Based Speech Therapy Opportunity

POSITION DETAILS

WellTech Partners is working with with a school system in Louisiana that is seeking alicensed and experienced Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). The SLP will primarily be responsible for identifying students with communication disabilities and planning and implementing appropriate treatment to minimize adverse impacts on student success.

SLPs are expected to assess students communication skills, develop treatment plans, provide speech and language therapy in various settings, consult with a students team regarding communication needs, complete speech evaluations, instruct eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies, participate as a Pupil Appraisal Team member on other disability evaluations, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Please note:

The SLP will not be responsible for DUTY assignments.

Special Education Coordinators and additional Case Managers are available to support with caseload management, compliance, and student services.

There are three Speech Therapy Assistants (SLPAs) available to support therapy delivery and caseload needs.

This role operates on a 10-month work schedule each year, plus generous holiday time off.

New graduates are welcome to apply and will receive mentorship and support.

Compensation:

Salary range: $60,000–$79,000, depending on experience.

WHO WE ARE

We transform underperforming schools into academically rigorous institutions, preparing students for high school, college, and career. We focus on professional development, individual coaching, and a collaborative culture committed to helping every educator and clinician grow and excel.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Establish child-specific learning goals for each student on an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and use benchmark and baseline testing to monitor progress.

Effectively communicate students progress and needs with parents and the teaching team.

Plan and implement activities to target the specific speech-language needs of students.

Lead students to develop their own critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Guide student behavior through respect, positive reinforcement, and structured support.

Collaborate regularly with classroom teachers and other members of a students team to support educational and emotional success.

Participate in school and network-wide coaching, maintaining a reflective and solution-oriented mindset.

Celebrate the role educators and clinicians play as positive influences in the school and community.

WHAT YOU BRING

Masters Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Speech Pathology

Licensure by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Certification by the Louisiana Department of Education