Speech Language Pathologist (Recruitment Bonus)

Texas School for the Deaf; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment Bonus

Job summary

Texas School for the Deaf in Austin, Texas seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide direct and consultative speech-language services to deaf and hard-of-hearing students, including AAC and assistive tech considerations. Immediate start with a 189-day contract and 35 hours/week.

The role includes collaboration with ARD, staff, and families, in-service training, documenting progress, and supervising practicum students. A recruitment bonus is offered as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited college.
• Successful completion of one semester internship in Speech/Language Pathology.
• CCC-SLP or CCC-CFY-SLP certification.
• Sign Language study required until Advanced per SLPI.
• Experience in a school setting and with deaf or hard of hearing students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts communication evaluations complying with special education procedures.
• Provides direct services to students as indicated by ARD decisions.
• Offers in-service training and consultation to staff/parents on communication strategies.
• Develops and monitors IEP goals for speech/language needs.
• Maintains records and SHARS forms; communicates with team as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning/organizing

Problem solving

Dependability

Safety awareness

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Internship in Speech/Language Pathology

CCC-SLP or CCC-CFY-SLP certification

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (Recruitment Bonus)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5984456

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 189 Contract Days per year

Hours: 35 hours per week

*Recruitment Bonus: This position is eligible for a recruitment bonus*

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) provides services to students who are deaf and hard of hearing and who may have additional disabilities. The SLP evaluates, provides direct speech/communication services, and provides on-going consultative services to staff regarding communication methodology and strategies needed by students for effective instruction. The SLP works with the division director, other SLPs, and department principals to plan for and provide in-service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts communication evaluations complying with special education procedures including the evaluation of speech, language, augmentative communication and assistive technology needs.
• Provide direct services to students as indicated by evaluator and ARD Committee decisions.
• Provides in-service training, demonstration teaching and consultation to staff and parents related to communication and language methodologies, strategies and modifications for students who are deaf and who may have additional disabilities.
• Develops and implements speech communication and language goals and objectives for students’ individualized education plan and monitors the implementation of the IEP in varied instructional settings.
• Conducts and models group communication activities.
• Participates as a team member with other professionals in Instructional Services, Residential Services, student staffing meetings, in the Admissions, Review and Dismissal (ARD/Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) process and in the TSD outreach assessment role.
• Inventories and maintains assistive technology equipment and augmentative communication materials.
• Maintains pertinent records and files; completes student progress reports and SHARS forms.
• Communicates and collaborates as needed with the team regarding feeding disorders.
• Supervises university students for speech practicum.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
• Successful completion of one semester internship in Speech/Language Pathology
• Certification of clinical competency CCC-SLP or CCC-CFY-SLP
• Sign Language: The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of ADVANCED as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient signed communications skills.
• Experience in a school setting.
• Experience working with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have multiple disabilities.
• Experience managing and conducting student Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information.
• Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action.
• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure.
• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve.
• Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials.
• Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

SUPERVISOR

Supervisor of Related Services

MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY (MOS) CODE

None Equivalent

It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $364.44 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required