2026-27 Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist

Join Us!

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist to join our Special Populations team. Partner with BridgePrep Academy in our mission to empower students with communication disorders. In this role, you will deliver high-quality direct and consultative speech-language therapy, conduct evaluations, and develop compliant IEPs that help students across our Florida campuses thrive academically and socially.

Highlights Of A Speech Therapy Career With BridgePrep

Statewide & Multi-Campus Impact: Work dynamically across assigned campuses to provide vital direct and consultative services to diverse student populations.

Competitive Compensation & Support: Enjoy a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and ongoing professional growth within a supportive charter network.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with general and special education teachers, school leaders, families, and multidisciplinary specialists.

Clear Student Growth Metrics: Celebrate clear student success, guiding 100% of caseload students toward measurable IEP progress in a high-quality, compliant environment.

Our Team And What We Are About

We are a network of mission-driven educators and specialists united by shared convictions:

We value every voice: We intentionally listen to and respect the unique perspectives of our staff, families, and students.

We collaborate for solutions: We seek feedback, adapt to student needs, and actively partner across teams to solve complex learning and communication challenges.

We promote inclusive excellence: We believe that access to clear communication is foundational to every child's academic success and personal confidence.

Core Responsibilities

Assessments & IEP Development: Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations using standardized tools; participate in eligibility, referral, and IEP team meetings to design compliant, tailored therapy plans.

Therapy Delivery: Provide direct and consultative speech-language therapy in individual and small-group settings across assigned campuses.

Data & Compliance Tracking: Monitor student progress, maintain accurate records in full compliance with IDEA, FERPA, and state standards, and assist with timely Medicaid billing documentation (training provided).

Family & Team Partnership: Collaborate with teachers and leaders to integrate communication strategies into the classroom; empower families with effective home-based strategies.

Statewide Engagement: Travel to assigned campuses across Florida as needed to support students, conduct evaluations, and engage with local multidisciplinary teams.

Measurable Year 1 Success Metrics

100% of direct speech services are delivered strictly according to IEP minutes and timelines.

100% of student records, evaluations, and IEPs maintain full IDEA, FERPA, and Medicaid compliance.

90%+ satisfaction rate among school leadership partners and families regarding communication and service quality.

Key Qualifications

Required:

Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.

Licensure/Certification: Active Florida Department of Education Certification in Speech-Language Impairment OR Florida Educator Certificate in Speech/Language Impaired K-12.

Skills: Strong clinical evaluation, organizational, communication, and interpersonal capabilities; ability to travel across assigned campus locations.

Compliance: Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Preferred:

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).

Prior experience in K-12 school settings or charter school networks.

Familiarity with school-based Medicaid documentation processes and augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) tools.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.