School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist 26/27

Job Description

Job Description

**Speech-Language Pathologist | 35 Hours/Week | Bradenton, FL**

A great school district in the Bradenton, Florida area is now looking to hire a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a full-time, onsite school-based contract position offering approximately 35 hours per week through May 27, 2027.

The SLP will support students at Buffalo Creek Middle School and/or Prine Elementary School. Both campuses offer established special education programs and the opportunity to work alongside supportive school staff and other speech-language professionals.

The district is ready to review candidates, so please apply today for immediate consideration!

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· Provide speech and language evaluations, assessments, and direct therapy services for students.

· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on student needs.

· Provide individual, group, and consultative speech-language services.

· Support students with articulation, language, communication, behavioral, developmental, and related needs.

· Develop appropriate IEP goals and monitor student progress.

· Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with members of the educational team.

· Maintain accurate therapy documentation, progress reports, and student records.

· Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, SLPAs, and other school-based professionals.

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· Previous school-based or pediatric Speech-Language Pathology experience preferred.

· Experience working with elementary and/or middle school students is preferred.

· Experience supporting students with autism, intensive needs, behavioral needs, and cognitive disabilities is a plus.

· Candidates should be comfortable providing both direct and consultative speech-language services.

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· Active Florida Speech-Language Pathologist License required.

· Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.

· Must meet all state and school district requirements for SLP practice.

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· **Buffalo Creek Middle School:** Approximately 50 students receiving direct therapy, with an additional 10 students receiving consultative services.

· Buffalo Creek includes two low-cognitive units and one behavioral unit.

· A four-day-per-week schedule may be possible at Buffalo Creek.

· **Prine Elementary School:** The speech team supports approximately 95 students across therapists at the start of the assignment.

· Prine has an experienced full-time SLP as well as a part-time SLPA already providing support.

· Student programs at Prine include two intensive Pre-K classes, two ASD classes, two integrated Pre-K classes, one ESE Pre-K class, and two low-cognitive classes.

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· Highly competitive compensation

· Weekly pay

· Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision, life, and more

· Matching 401(k)

· Flexible spending account

To learn more about this Speech-Language Pathologist opening with the School District of Manatee County, please submit your application and current resume for immediate consideration. This is a great opportunity for an SLP looking for a full-time school-based position with an established therapy team and the opportunity to support a diverse student population through ProCare Therapy.

Please feel free to reach out directly by email or phone with any questions or to discuss the next steps in the process.

Contact: Blake Wallace – ProCare Therapy
Email: [View email address on ziprecruiter.com](mailto:View email address on ziprecruiter.com)
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