Speech Language Pathologist in Hickory, NC

ProCare Therapy; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to support PreK-8th grade students in a school-based setting near Hickory, NC. This contract runs ASAP through May 2027, with a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week and a manageable caseload of about 35–40 students.

The role requires a CCC-SLP, school-based SLP experience or knowledge of IEP processes, and strong communication and collaboration with teachers, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Active CCC-SLP certification required.
• Experience with school-based settings or understanding of IEP processes preferred.
• Ability to serve diverse PreK-8th grade populations.
• Strong communication, organization and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with assessment and treatment for speech, language and communication disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect speech-language services to students with communication needs.
• Conduct evaluations, develop intervention plans, and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to support educational goals.
• Complete documentation including IEPs and progress reports within timelines.
• Offer guidance and resources to general education staff on classroom strategies.

Education

SLP-CCC Certification

Tools

IEP processes

Job description

Step into a rewarding role supporting the communication needs of PreK-8th grade students as a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist. This contract opportunity runs from ASAP through May 2027 and offers the chance to make a lasting difference in students lives while working with a manageable caseload of approximately 35-40 students. With a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week, youll have the chance to collaborate with educators and caregivers in a school-based environment close to Hickory, NC.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-CCC)
• Previous school-based SLP experience or strong understanding of IEP processes
• Ability to serve diverse needs across PreK-8th grade populations
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with assessment and treatment for a range of speech, language, and communication disorders

What You'll Do:

• Provide direct and indirect speech-language services to students identified with communication needs
• Conduct evaluations, develop intervention plans, and monitor student progress
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school team members to support educational goals
• Complete comprehensive documentation, including IEPs and progress reports, within required timelines
• Offer guidance, resources, and support for general education staff in classroom strategies

This contract position allows you to build meaningful relationships with students and staffhelping each child reach their fullest potential. The student-centered environment fosters growth and teamwork, and working across PreK-8th grade provides an engaging and diverse professional experience.

If you are passionate about shaping educational outcomes and thrive in dynamic learning communities, youll find real fulfillment here.