Speech/Language Pathologist

Young World Physical Education; Toughkenamon (Chester County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennet Consolidated School District in Toughkennen, PA is seeking a dynamic Speech & Language Pathologist to provide evaluations, IEP development, direct therapy, and consultation under IDEA and PA regulations. Fluency or conversational Spanish is highly valued for serving a diverse student population.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Speech/Language Pathology; PA certification; experience with special needs and literacy-focused programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech/Language Pathology required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania certification as required by the Department of Education.
• ASHA CCC preferred; School-Based ACCESS Program credentials preferred.
• Post-graduate coursework in communication and reading/literacy is desirable.
• Experience with evaluating students with special needs and implementing educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals for children suspected of, or exhibiting communication disorders.
• Enter referrals into screening/evaluation processes per program procedures.
• Conduct screening/evaluations individually or as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop, review, and revise IEPs in coordination with families and staff.
• Provide appropriate intervention levels and consult with parents and teachers.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Master’s degree preferred

Pennsylvania certification (DOE) required

ASHA CCC preferred

School-Based ACCESS Program credentials preferred

Job description

Speech/Language Pathologist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5868583
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Kennett Consolidated School District is seeking a dynamic speech & language therapist to providesSpeech and language services including evaluations, development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), direct therapy, and consultation to teachers, parents, or appropriate staff under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), PA Chapter 14, and Act 212.

Kennett's uniquely diverse student population makes applicants considered to be fluent or bilingual highly sought. Applicants with at least three (3) Spanish courses at the college/university level or who have a command of conversational Spanish are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania certification as required by the Department of Education.
• Credentials necessary for participation in the School-Based ACCESS Program preferred.
• ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competency preferred.
• Post-graduate coursework with a focus on communication and reading/literacy desired.
• Experience working with and evaluating students with special needs/developmental delays and with developing and implementing educational programs is required.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license necessary.
• The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as a provider by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position.

Essential Job Functions

Under the supervision of the Director of Pupil Services and Supports, the Speech & Language Therapist will:

• Accept referrals for children suspected of, or exhibiting communication disorders.
• Ensure referrals are entered into the screening/evaluation process as per program procedures.
• Conduct screening/evaluations individually, as part of a multidisciplinary team, and/or as part of a trans-disciplinary team.
• Identify through screening/evaluation children with communication disorders.
• Generate evaluation reports (ER) individually or as part of a team.
• Develop, review, and/or revise the Individual Education Program (IEP) of eligible children in coordination with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel.
• Provide an appropriate level of intervention (individual, group, classroom-based, community-based, etc.) for those children identified as eligible for services.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel regarding the management of communication disorders and the connection between language development and literacy.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Student Services > Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Christine L Marsala , Director of Human Resources
• 300 E. South Street
• Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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