Speech-Language Pathologist Independent Contractor for School-Based Evaluations

Psychological Associates of Central Texas; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

Psychological Associates of Central Texas (PACT) is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our multidisciplinary private practice as an independent contractor. This role focuses on conducting Speech and Language Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) for students referred by school districts, with flexible, intermittent consulting work.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, a Texas license, and preferably the CCC-SLP, with 3+ years

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current Texas license as a Speech-language Pathologist required.
• CCC-SLP preferred.
• Minimum of three years of public school experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of special education eligibility, IDEA, and educational assessment practices.
• Ability to develop individualized, measurable speech-language goals and recommendations based on assessments.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Speech and Language IEEs as part of school district referrals.
• Review educational records and prior evaluations.
• Select, administer, and interpret standardized and informal assessment measures.
• Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports with evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with licensed psychologists conducting IEEs to produce integrated reports.
• Participate in professional consultation regarding findings and recommendations.

Skills

Written communication

Report writing

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Texas license as a Speech-language Pathologist

Job description

Psychological Associates of Central Texas (PACT) is seeking an experienced Speech-language Pathologist (SLP) to join our multidisciplinary private practice as an independent contractor. This position is ideal for an SLP with a strong background in public schools who enjoys comprehensive evaluations, collaborating with other professionals, and contributing to meaningful educational recommendations.

Unlike a traditional therapy position, this role focuses primarily on conducting Speech and Language Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) for students referred by school districts. Referrals are received on an as-needed basis, making this an excellent opportunity for an SLP seeking flexible, intermittent consulting work.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current Texas license as a Speech-language Pathologist.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a public school setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of special education eligibility, IDEA, and educational assessment practices.
• Develops individualized, measurable speech-language intervention goals and educational recommendations based on comprehensive assessment findings.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has significant experience evaluating school-age students.
• Is comfortable selecting and administering standardized and informal assessment tools.
• Is able to interpret assessment results to establish accurate diagnoses.
• Understands the educational impact of speech and language disorders.
• Is able to identify functional communication strengths and areas of need.
• Develops individualized, measurable treatment goals based on assessment findings.
• Enjoys complex diagnostic work more than providing ongoing therapy.
• Is comfortable interpreting assessment findings within the context of special education.
• Appreciates collaborating with psychologists and other professionals to develop comprehensive recommendations.
• Values objectivity, professionalism, and high-quality independent evaluations.
• Is familiar with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.
• Exhibits strong organizational and time-management skills.

About PACT

Psychological Associates of Central Texas (PACT) is a private practice specializing in comprehensive psychological evaluations, Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs), consultation, and evidence-based mental health services for children, adolescents, and young adults. Our multidisciplinary approach emphasizes thorough assessment, thoughtful collaboration, and practical recommendations that help students succeed across home, school, and community settings.

Position Details

• Independent Contractor (1099)
• Flexible schedule
• Intermittent referrals based on school district requests
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced school psychologists on complex educational evaluations
• Administrative support provided for scheduling and coordination

Compensation

• Competitive compensation is provided on a per-service basis.
• Compensation rates are established and mutually agreed upon as part of the independent contractor agreement and apply to services performed under that agreement.
• Compensation is based on a percentage of the established hourly rate for each service.

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations as part of Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs).
• Review educational records, prior evaluations, and relevant school documentation.
• Select, administer, and interpret appropriate standardized and informal assessment measures.
• Prepare comprehensive, well-organized evaluation reports that include educationally relevant findings and evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with licensed psychologists conducting multidisciplinary IEEs to produce integrated, high-quality evaluation reports.
• Participate in professional consultation regarding evaluation findings and recommendations as needed.