Speech/Language Pathologist

Division Wide; Montross (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development funds

Paid time off

Job summary

A school in Virginia is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist responsible for assessing and treating students with communication disorders. The ideal candidate will develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and collaborate with educators to enhance student success. A Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a valid state license are required. Competitive benefits include health insurance and paid time off, adhering to the academic year calendar.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Valid state license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and comprehensive speech and language evaluations.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with teachers to support academic and social communication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

State-issued educator certification

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist

Reports to: Director of Special Education / Principal
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

The School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating students with speech, language, voice, fluency, and communication disorders. The SLP collaborates with educators, parents, and other professionals to support student success in the classroom and facilitate effective communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct screenings and comprehensive speech and language evaluations.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with identified speech and language needs.
• Provide direct therapy services individually or in small groups based on IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to support academic and social communication.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including evaluation reports, progress notes, and Medicaid billing if applicable.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary team discussions.
• Provide consultation and support to general and special education staff regarding speech and language strategies.
• Stay current with best practices and legal requirements in speech-language pathology and special education.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Valid state license (or eligibility) in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellowship (CF) considered.
• State-issued educator certification
• Experience in a school setting preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

• School-based setting; travel between schools may be required if serving multiple campuses.
• Follows the school calendar with occasional evening meetings or professional development days.
• Requires sitting, standing, and working with children in varied physical and sensory environments.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on education and experience.
• Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan, professional development funds, and paid time off.
• Follows the academic year calendar.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required