Speech Language Pathologist

Tri County Area Schools; Howard City (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri County Area Schools in Howard City, MI is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist for a full-time, on-site role serving students across designated school buildings. The role includes evaluating students for speech, language, and communication needs, conducting assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans.

Daily responsibilities involve collaborating with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams; contributing to IEPs; maintaining documentation; and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure in Michigan.
• CCC-SLP certification preferred or eligible.
• Experience in school-based practice, including IEP development and progress monitoring.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to IEPs and monitor student progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in school meetings and staff training on communication strategies.
• Support an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.

Skills

Speech therapy

Communication disorders

Language disorders

Dysphagia assessment

IEP development

Diversity & inclusion

Documentation skills

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Michigan state licensure or eligibility

CCC-SLP certification preferred

Experience in school-based practice

Job description

Company Description

Tri County Area Schools is a public primary and secondary school district serving communities in and around Sand Lake, Michigan. The district is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students. Educators and support professionals collaborate to deliver high-quality instruction and student services that promote academic, social, and emotional growth. Tri County Area Schools values community engagement, continuous improvement, and equitable access to educational opportunities for every learner.

Role Description

The Speech Language Pathologist is a full-time, on-site role based in Howard City, MI, providing services to students across designated school buildings. This role includes evaluating students for speech, language, and communication needs, conducting formal and informal assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans. The Speech Language Pathologist will deliver direct and indirect therapy services, monitor progress, and adjust interventions as needed. Daily responsibilities include collaborating with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams; contributing to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); maintaining accurate documentation; and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The role also involves participating in school meetings, providing staff training on communication strategies, and supporting an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Speech Therapy and Speech intervention techniques.


• Knowledge and experience working with Communication Disorders and Language Disorders.


• Ability to assess and treat Dysphagia within school-based or pediatric practice guidelines, as appropriate.


• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.


• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist in Michigan.


• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred or eligibility in progress.


• Experience in school-based practice, including IEP development, progress monitoring, and collaboration with educational teams.


• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills, with the ability to manage a diverse caseload.


• Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and student-centered practices.