Speech Language Pathologist - (Qualifies for $1500 Recruiting Incentive)

Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist. The role begins immediately and involves evaluation, diagnosis, and remediation of communication disorders to support students’ educational progress.

The candidate will develop IEPs, plan therapy, collaborate with teams, and ensure HIPAA/FERPA compliance while maintaining high ethical standards and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Valid state license to practice as a Speech Pathologist.
• Valid Pupil Services License/Certificate issued by the Ohio Department of Education.
• Master's Degree or equivalent.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence.
• Documentation of a clear criminal record.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Note: This assignment may require a valid driver's license and access/availability of a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students as part of the multifactorial evaluation process covering articulation, phonology, language, voice, fluency, pragmatics, and related areas.
• Assist with development of the IEP for students.
• Plan and implement therapy programs, develop a therapy schedule, participate in team meetings and conferences.
• Use behavior management strategies to create a safe, positive learning environment; supervise students.
• Incorporate instructional and assistive technology and uphold the acceptable use policy.
• Use assessment, data collection, and progress monitoring to inform instruction and progress.
• Consult with parents and school personnel; provide families with home intervention techniques.
• Provide in-service and training to parents and school personnel.
• Participate on building level teams and in professional growth activities.
• Maintain HIPAA/FERPA compliance and confidentiality; ensure paperwork, timelines and deadlines are met.

Skills

State license

Pupil services license

CCC

Criminal background

Driver's license

Education

Master's Degree

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - (Qualifies for $1500 Recruiting Incentive)

Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) - Columbus, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid state license to practice as a Speech Pathologist issued by the Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board.
• Valid Pupil Services License/Certificate issued by the Ohio Department of Education.
• Master's Degree or equivalent.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence.
• Documentation of a clear criminal record.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Note: This assignment may require a valid driver's license and access/availability of a reliable vehicle. Employees must meet all prerequisites and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the service center's insurance carrier.

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Reports To:

Director of Student Services and his/her designee

Job Objectives:

Provides for the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of communication disorders, enabling students to progress in their educational program.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

"The following duties are representative of performance expectations; however, the list below is not ranked in order of importance or intended to be all-inclusive."

• Evaluate students as a part of the multifactorial evaluation process in the areas of articulation, phonology, language, voice, fluency, pragmatics, and other related areas.
• Assist with the development of the individualized education program (IEP) for students.
• Plan and implement therapy programs for identified students, develop a therapy schedule, participate in team meetings, conferences, etc.
• Use effective behavior management strategies to create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment; and is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of students.
• Incorporate and promote instructional, assistive, augmentative, and other types of technology; and uphold the acceptable use policy.
• Utilize appropriate assessment, data collection, and progress monitoring methods to assess academic and social performance and to inform instruction and progress.
• Consult with parents, school personnel, and outside agencies, as appropriate; provide families with techniques to assist with therapeutic interventions at home.
• Provide in-service and training to parents and school personnel.
• Participate on building level teams.
• Participate in professional growth activities through staff development, workshops, in-services, and higher education.
• Uphold board policies, follow administrative guidelines, monitor and comply with Federal and state laws, model policies and procedures, rules, and regulations for the education of students with disabilities. Ensure paperwork is accurate, all timelines and deadlines are met (annual reviews, progress reports, etc.), and maintain high ethical and professional standards.
• Uphold board policies, follow administrative guidelines, comply with Federal and state laws, model policies and procedures, rules, and regulations for the education of students with disabilities. Ensure paperwork is accurate, all timelines and deadlines are met (annual reviews, progress reports, etc.), strictly adheres to HIPAA and FERPA, respects personal privacy, and maintains confidentiality of privileged information.
• Maintain high ethical standards, exhibit professionalism, self-control, flexibility, satisfactory attendance/punctuality, dependability, accept responsibility for decisions and conduct, promote a favorable image of the Agency, etc.
• Adapt to unique circumstances and factors such as travel, extended hours, student behaviors, lifting/transferring students, interactions with aggressive/disruptive individuals, etc.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Governing Board of the EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER OF CENTRAL OHIO.

Conduct:

Each staff member shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Agency.

Terms of Employment:

Each staff member shall be a role model for students to conduct themselves as citizens and responsible, intelligent human beings. Each staff member has a legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.

The employees are responsible for maintaining proper certification/licensure and initiating the renewal process in sufficient time to receive the updated certificate/license before the present certificate/license expires.

The Educational Service Center of Central Ohio Governing Board does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.

Job Details

Job ID: 5727226

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kayla Montanaro , Talent Acquisition Specialist
• 2080 Citygate Dr
• Columbus, Ohio 43219
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]