Speech-Language Pathologist - 2026-2027

Winchester Public Schools, Virginia; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools in Virginia is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students with communication needs, serves as an IEP case manager, and collaborates with families and staff to deliver evidence-based speech-language services.

The position is full-time, 10-month, with a 200-day contract, division-wide responsibilities across Winchester, VA, starting in the 2026-2027 year.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia school SLP license required
• Experience in school-based SLP services preferred
• Knowledge of IEP processes and eligibility requirements
• Ability to supervise SLPA staff as needed

Responsibilities

• Conduct school-based speech-language evaluations within state timelines
• Analyze assessment data, prepare reports and present findings to IEP teams
• Collaborate with staff and families to develop effective service plans
• Act as IEP case manager for students with speech-language impairments
• Provide continuum of SLP services based on best practices
• Oversee SLPA staff and fieldwork experiences for students
• Maintain Medicaid documentation and required records

Skills

School collaboration

IEP participation

SLP leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist - 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945493

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary:

The Speech-Language Pathologist serves as a multidisciplinary team member to identify, evaluate, and serve students with disabilities who demonstrate communication needs. The Speech-Language Pathologist functions as a case manager for students with speech-language impairments and as a related service provider for students identified under other disability categories.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

• Conduct speech-language evaluations in accordance with eligibility and related service requirements and state-mandated special education timelines.
• Analyze assessment data, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings as a member of eligibility committees and IEP teams.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to develop relative plans to address student needs.
• Serve as IEP case manager for students identified as having a speech-language impairment.
• Provide a continuum of speech-language services based upon current research and evidence based practices.
• Facilitate evaluation and individualized service plan activities for students with speech-language impairments who are parentally placed in homeschool or private school settings.

• Complete and maintain necessary documentation for Medicaid eligible students.
• Supervise SLP Assistant (SLPA) staff members, as needed.
• Provide fieldwork experience to SLP and SLPA students for Colleges/ Universities under contract, as needed.
• Abide by State statutes, School Board policies and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, Division policy, and administrative regulations.

• Other duties, as assigned, through the immediate supervisor.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid school speech-language pathologist license issued by the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology required. Experience providing services in the school setting with knowledge of the special education process preferred.

Salary:

Range for the 2026-2027 school year is$61,800 to $95,171 and includes pay for a master’s degree.

Workday:

Full time / 10 month/ 200 Day Contract

Location:

Division-Wide

Start Date:

2026-2027 School Year

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sandy Shernick , Human Resources Coordinator
• 598 N. Kent St.
• Winchester, Virginia 22601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]