Speech Language Pathologist Pool

Odyssey Academy; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 54,500 - 80,075; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Texas City seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver services to students with communication disorders. The successful candidate will assess student needs, provide therapy, and collaborate with educators to enhance learning outcomes. A Master's degree in speech-language pathology and a valid Texas license are essential. This full-time position offers a salary range of $54,500 to $80,075 based on experience, ensuring individuals can make a significant impact in the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Texas license required for speech-language pathologists.
• One year of supervised clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for students with speech or language issues.
• Develop therapy goals in alignment with IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers for classroom improvements.

Skills

Communication assessment

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology

Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist

Demonstrated competency in core academic subjects

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist Pool

Odyssey Academy - District - Texas City, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5163747

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 22, 2025

Job Description

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist

Reports To: Director of Special Services

School/Program: Special Education

Primary Work Site: Campus as Assigned

Calendar Days: 180 days

Wage/Hours/Status: Teacher, Librarian, Nurse Pay Scale/Exempt

Summary:

Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students’ ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make determination regarding therapy services.


• Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements.


• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures.


• Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals, the needs of the student, and involvement in remedial process.


• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.


• Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits.


• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.


• Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.


• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings.


• Participate in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.


• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.


• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.


• May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). *

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). *

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university


• Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate


• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions


• Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions


• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior


• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $54,500 to $80,075 AP

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required