Speech Language Pathologist

Naples Classical Academy; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Naples Classical Academy is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech and language therapy to students in grades K–12. This part-time, hourly exempt position offers up to 24 hours per week across up to 3 days with a 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

schedule, located in Naples, Florida. The SLP will collaborate with teachers, ESE Coordinator, and families to develop IEPs, conduct assessments, monitor progress, and support RTI/MTSS, while maintaining compliant records and staying

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA.
• Current Florida licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work with K–12 students with diverse learning needs.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and related apps.
• Ability to complete fingerprinting/background checks within required timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students in grades K–12.
• Develop, implement, and update IEPs in collaboration with the ESE Coordinator.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, families, and ESEC to support needs.
• Participate in RTI/MTSS processes and provide interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records per standards.
• Monitor progress and adjust services as needed.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP (ASHA)

Florida SLP licensure

Tools

Google Workspace

Gmail

Google Drive

Job description

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

SY 2026-2027

Naples Classical Academy is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide speech and language therapy services to students across all grade levels. The SLP will collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student success and help foster a safe, secure, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

This is a part-time, hourly, exempt position with a schedule of up to 3 days (flexible), 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for a approx. 24 hours per week total.

We are looking for a compassionate and collaborative professional who is committed to helping students reach their communication and academic goals.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct speech and language therapy services to students in grades K–12.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments using appropriate evaluation tools, including standardized assessments, clinical observations, and medical and educational records, to determine students’ speech and language needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.
• Develop, implement, and update Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with the ESE Coordinator (ESEC), including coordinating IEP meetings, communicating with parents and the school district, and managing an assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, support staff, families, and the ESEC to support students’ academic, communication, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Participate in the Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered System of Supports (RTI/MTSS) process by conducting screenings, attending meetings, consulting with teachers and administrators, and providing recommendations for appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical and administrative records in accordance with Florida Department of Education and Department of Health requirements, school policies, and professional standards. Documentation may include screenings, evaluations, IEPs, progress reports, treatment records, and other student data.
• Monitor student progress and adjust therapy services and intervention plans as appropriate.
• Provide emotional and behavioral support to students as needed and in collaboration with the appropriate school personnel.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student success plans and multidisciplinary decision-making.
• Maintain a professional development plan and participate in ongoing professional learning activities to remain current with best practices in speech-language pathology and education.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Current Florida Department of Health licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with K–12 students with diverse learning and communication needs.
• Proficiency with technology, student information systems/databases, and Google Workspace applications, including Gmail and Google Drive.
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background-check requirements within specified timeframes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous school-based Speech-Language Pathology experience.
• Experience working with students in a K–12 educational setting.
• Familiarity with classical education is preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, collaborative, and highly organized professional who is committed to helping students develop strong communication skills and reach their academic and personal potential. The successful candidate will work effectively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and support staff while contributing positively to the school community.

Strong candidates will demonstrate enthusiasm for Naples Classical Academy’s mission to develop students in mind and character through a classical, content-rich curriculum emphasizing virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility.

Candidates should also support the school’s vision of becoming a nationally regarded K–12 classical school and serving as a local and national incubator for the growth and promotion of classical education.

Our Values

Naples Classical Academy values:

• The tenets of classical, liberal arts education.
• Community and partnership in the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens.
• Excellence in teaching and learning.
• The virtues we aim to cultivate in our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, responsibility, perseverance, self-government, and service.

About Naples Classical Academy

Naples Classical Academy (NCA) is a tuition-free, public charter classical school and a Hillsdale College Member School.

NCA’s mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Naples Classical Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all areas of recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, retention, and promotion.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

All selected candidates for employment must successfully complete required background checks through the Florida Clearinghouse.