Speech Language Pathologist 26-27 SY

Young World Physical Education; Heathsville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for their Heathsville, Virginia location. The role includes identifying students with speech-language impairments, providing services according to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and collaborating with parents and school staff.

The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in speech-language pathology and has a valid Virginia license. A commitment to professional development and effective communication with all stakeholders is crucial.

Interested applicants should contact Linda Johnson, Director of Special Education, via email at [e-mail] for more details.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of speech-language services in educational settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans.
• Understanding of special education policies at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify students needing evaluation and/or services.
• Provide services in accordance with students' IEPs.
• Communicate effectively with parents and school personnel.

Skills

Communication with students

Implementation of IEPs

Problem analysis

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Master's degree in speech-language pathology

Current Virginia license

Job description

Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist

Duration: 10 months. Starting Date: Immediately.

Responsible for the identification of students with speech-language impairments, provision of speech‑language services, and collaboration with students, parents, and other appropriate personnel regarding speech and language impairments and/or services.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists in identifying students needing evaluation and/or services.
• Observes and evaluates students after referral by the school’s child study or IEP committee.
• Completes evaluation and conducts meetings within the required time frame.
• Determines educational implications of evaluation findings.
• Provides written/oral report to school child study committee and to parents.
• Participates in the development of IEPs for students identified as SLI or receiving speech as a related service.
• Provides services in accordance with the IEPs for students identified as Speech and Language Impaired or receiving speech as a related service.
• Participates in necessary meetings (IEP, Eligibility, Triennial, etc.).
• Reports progress as determined by the student’s IEP.
• Serves as a member of the Child Study Committee when appropriate.
• Manages caseload in accordance with county procedures.
• Recommends appropriate service delivery options.
• Complies with state and federal regulations.
• Alerts appropriate personnel of any IEP modifications and/or accommodations.
• Provides effective consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and other personnel.
• Complies with NCPS policy and procedures.
• Attends required in‑services and/or staff development.
• Pursues professional development.
• Maintains appropriate licensure.
• Demonstrates commitment to improving professional competence.
• Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Uses the curriculum of the district to plan daily instructional activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Working knowledge of the ethics, concepts, principles, methodologies, and best practice of speech‑language services in the educational setting.

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans.

Working knowledge and understanding of special education policies and procedures at the county, state, and federal levels.

Demonstrated ability in decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and other school personnel.

Requirements

Must hold a master’s degree in speech‑language pathology from an accredited institution or a current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology & Speech Pathology.

A. In order to practice audiology or speech pathology, it shall be necessary to hold a valid license.

B. Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision 2 of §54.1‑2601, the Board of Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology may license as school speech‑language pathologists any person who holds a master’s degree in speech‑language pathology. The Board of Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology shall issue licenses to such persons without examination, upon review of credentials and payment of an application fee in accordance with regulations of the Board for school speech‑language pathologists.

Persons holding such licenses as school speech‑language pathologists, without examination, shall practice solely in public school divisions; holding a license as a school speech‑language pathologist pursuant to this section shall not authorize such persons to practice outside the school setting or in any setting other than the public schools of the Commonwealth, unless such individuals are licensed by the Board to offer the public the services defined in §54.1‑2600.

The Board shall issue any person licensed as a school speech‑language pathologist a license that notes the limitations on practice set forth in this subsection.

Persons who hold licenses issued by the Board without these limitations shall be exempt from the requirements of this subsection.

Job Details

Location: Heathsville, Virginia (Northumberland County School District, Northumberland County Schools Division Wide)

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job ID: 5753086

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Contact Information

• Linda Johnson, Director of Special Education
• Northumberland School District Office
• Phone: 804‑529‑6134
• Email: [e-mail]