Speech Therapist

Tree-of-Knowledg; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tree of Knowledge Learning Academy is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team, focusing on school-based speech and language services. Responsibilities include screening, assessments, and development of IEP goals, with direct therapy and classroom collaboration.

The role requires strong diagnostic and communication skills, state licensure, and ASHA certification. The position emphasizes teamwork with teachers, parents, and specialists to support student progress.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• A current state license to practice speech pathology.
• Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Screening and Assessment: Conduct standardized tests and observations to identify students with potential speech and language disorders.
• Diagnostic Evaluation: Administering comprehensive assessments to determine the nature and severity of a student's communication challenges.
• IEP Development: Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other specialists to develop personalized goals and interventions based on the student's needs within their IEP.
• Direct Therapy Provision: Providing individual or small group therapy sessions to address speech and language goals.
• Classroom Consultation: Consulting with teachers to provide strategies and support for incorporating communication skills into the classroom curriculum.
• Progress Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assessing student progress toward IEP goals and making adjustments as needed.
• Parent Communication: Communicating with parents about their child's speech and language development, providing information on therapy strategies, and involving them in the treatment process.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State license to practice speech pathology

ASHA Certification

Job description

Tree of Knowledge Learning Academy, a fast-growing, client and therapist-focused company is seeking a strong Speech Therapist to join our team!

Key responsibilities of a school speech pathologist include:

• Screening and Assessment: Conducting standardized tests and observations to identify students with potential speech and language disorders, such as articulation difficulties, fluency issues, language comprehension problems, or voice disorders
• Diagnostic Evaluation: Administering comprehensive assessments to determine the specific nature and severity of a student's communication challenges.
• Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Development: Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other specialists to develop personalized goals and interventions based on the student's needs within their IEP.
• Direct Therapy Provision: Providing individual or small group therapy sessions to address identified speech and language goals using appropriate therapeutic techniques and materials.
• Classroom Consultation: Consulting with teachers to provide strategies and support for incorporating communication skills into the classroom curriculum and addressing student needs within the learning environment.
• Progress Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assessing student progress toward their IEP goals and making adjustments as needed.
• Parent Communication: Communicating with parents about their child's speech and language development, providing information on therapy strategies, and involving them in the treatment process.

Required skills and qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• A current state license to practice speech pathology
• Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills