Speech and Language Pathologist (Multiple Locations)

Harrison; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison County School District is seeking a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech/language services to Pre-K through 12th grade students. The role requires MS licensure, background checks, and a valid MSDE certification in speech pathology.

The position supports the district's goals by implementing therapy schedules, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve student education outcomes.

Qualifications

• Mississippi licensure and transcripts filed with the Superintendent of Education.
• Criminal background check and current child abuse registry check required.
• Satisfactory employment record.
• Mississippi Department of Education Certification in speech pathology.

Responsibilities

• Implements building/therapy schedules.
• Establishes referral/screening and evaluation system for speech/language services.
• Performs and interprets diagnostic evaluations for eligibility and recommendations.
• Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the referral/diagnostic process.
• Provides direct/indirect therapy for identified students.
• Provides therapy with ongoing evaluation and updates to IEPs.
• Be accountable for student status through charts, records and progress reports.
• Supports hearing screening program and provides input when needed.
• Provides consulting services to parents, teachers, administrators and colleagues.
• Participates in scheduled staff meetings and related professional development.
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor(s).
• Submits reports and schedules eligibility meetings to meet timelines.

Education

Mississippi Department of Education Certification in speech pathology

Job description

Please carefully review the job posting information below.

Posting Name Speech and Language Pathologist (Multiple Locations)

Location 42 Special Services Center

Posting Begin Date 09/02/2026

Posting End Date N/A

Full Time Yes

Job Category Certified Application

Schedule 187 Days

Licensed Position Yes

Speech/Language Pathologist QUALIFICATIONS

• All instructional personnel shall be certified and licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the Mississippi Department of Education. Such licensure and transcripts of credits shall be on file in the office of the Superintendent of Education.
• In accordance with Mississippi Code S37-9-17, all personnel employed by the public-school system shall be required to pass a criminal background check and a current child abuse registry check.
• A satisfactory employment record.
• Mississippi Department of Education Certification in speech pathology.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Special Services Director

JOB GOAL

To provide appropriate speech/language services to Pre-K – 12 th grade which address personal, social/emotional, academic and vocational needs that have an impact on the attainment of education goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implements building/therapy schedules.
• Establishes a referral/screening and evaluation system for speech/language services (i.e., articulation tracking for elementary, new referrals, three-year comprehensive reassessments.)
• Performs and interprets diagnostic evaluations to determine eligibility and appropriate recommendations.
• Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the referral/diagnostic process.
• Provides direct/indirect therapy for identified students.
• Provides therapy through continuous evaluation and annual updating of individual educational plans.
• Be accountable for student status through the use of charts, records, progress reports, etc.
• Supports hearing screening program and provides input assistance when needed.
• Provides consulting services to parents, teachers, administrators, and colleagues.
• Ensures professional growth and support through scheduled staff meetings and related professional readings, conferences, workshops, or in-services.
• Performs any other duties assigned by supervisor(s).
• Submits reports and schedules eligibility meetings in order to meet timelines compliance requirements of federal and state regulations.
• Prepares a schedule of speech students for the principal as early as possible and continue to inform him/her of changes in schedule or students added or deleted.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent of Education, Assistant Superintendent of Education, and Directors of Curriculum and Federal Programs.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

EQUIPMENT

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator and telephone.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel to school district buildings, and professional meetings as required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note : Also see the Checklist of Duties for the Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

187 days annually with salary in accordance with the Administrative Salary Schedule as approved by the Harrison County School District.

EVALUATION

Performance of the Speech/Language Pathologist will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions in the School Board Policies and Procedures.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

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