Speech Language Pathologist ( School Based)

Success Matcher Recruitment; Oneonta (AL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Success Matcher Recruitment seeks a School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a part-time contract in Oneonta, AL. The role involves direct therapy and IEP collaboration within Blount County Schools, addressing articulation, language, and related disorders.

Ideal candidates hold an Alabama State License and CCC-SLP, with CFY considered under supervision. You will conduct screenings, document progress, and support students’ academic success in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• CCC-SLP required; CFY considered with supervision plan.
• Alabama State License and ALSDE certificate required; fingerprinting completed.
• Proficiency in electronic documentation and Alabama SPED rules/regulations.
• Background check completed by ALSDE.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct speech and language therapy to Pre-K–12 students.
• Participate in IEP development and goal-setting aligned with academics.
• Conduct screenings and evaluations to determine eligibility for services.
• Collaborate with teachers, psychologists, and parents to support communication goals.
• Maintain logs and progression reports using SETS in accordance with IDEA.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

IEP development

Assessment

Education

Masters in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

SETS software

Job description

About the job Speech Language Pathologist ( School Based)

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Oneonta, AL (Blount County Schools)

Compensation: $36.00 / Hour

Job Type: Part-Time (Contract/Flexible)

Job Summary

We are looking for a community-minded Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our educational team in Oneonta. This part-time position is ideal for a clinician who enjoys the school environment and wants to make a tangible difference in students' communicative and academic success. You will manage a diverse caseload, providing essential therapy and advocacy for children within the Blount County school system.

Key Responsibilities

• Targeted Intervention: Deliver direct speech and language therapy to students (Pre-K through 12) with a focus on articulation, fluency, voice, and expressive/receptive language disorders.
• IEP Leadership: Participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), setting realistic, academically-aligned goals for each student.
• Evaluation & Eligibility: Conduct standardized screenings and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine student eligibility for special education services.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside classroom teachers, psychologists, and parents to integrate communication strategies into the student's daily learning environment.
• Compliance Documentation: Use Alabama-specific software (such as SETS) to maintain accurate service logs, progress reports, and evaluation summaries in accordance with state and federal IDEA mandates.
• Hearing & Vision Screenings: Assist with school-wide screenings to identify potential barriers to learning early in the school year.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Licensure: * Current Alabama State License from the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA).
  • Valid ALSDE Professional Educator Certificate (Class A).
• Education: Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) is required; however, exceptional Clinical Fellows (CFY) may be considered with established supervision plans.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in electronic documentation and an understanding of Alabama Special Education rules and regulations.
• Background Check: Successful completion of the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) fingerprinting and criminal background check.

Why Oneonta?

Oneonta offers a unique blend of small-town charm with a high-performing school system. As a part-time SLP here, you will benefit from a supportive administrative team and a manageable caseload that allows you to focus on quality of care over quantity of files.