School Speech Therapist | Ooltewah, Tennessee

Step into a dynamic, supportive environment as a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist in the greater Chattanooga area. This full-time contract role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' communication skills throughout the academic year, beginning August 5th, 2026, and concluding May 19th, 2027. With assignments typically focusing on the elementary age range, you'll play an essential role in shaping students' academic and social development.


Qualifications and Experience:

• Active state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Current Department of Education certification in SLP
• Familiarity with school-based SLP responsibilities and best practices
• Ability to complete required fingerprinting promptly
• Strong collaboration, communication, and time management skills

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct speech-language therapy services to students based on IEP goals
• Participate in the assessment, identification, and development of intervention plans for students with speech or language disorders
• Consult with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support positive student outcomes
• Maintain and document progress notes, session logs, and compliance paperwork according to district standards
• Adjust caseload management as assignments may involve multiple school sites with varying student populations
• Participate in professional development and school meetings as required

Benefits and Perks:

• Enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday schedule totaling 35 hours per week
• Experience the fulfillment of helping students build essential communication skills
• Benefit from professional networking within a collaborative school community

If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to contribute your expertise in speech-language therapy to a school-based setting, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and submit your application today-your skills can make a difference in students' lives for years to come!