Speech Language Pathologist- Part Time

Valley View Independent School District Cooke County Special Education – Valley View, Texas Speech Language Pathologist – Part Time Job Details Job ID: 5696563 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026 Position Type: Full-Time Job Description Primary Purpose: Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. Qualifications Education/Certification: Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university Valid license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) or Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate Experience: One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to use accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions; Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders; Ability to instruct and manage student behavior; Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Major Responsibilities and Duties Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make determination regarding therapy services. Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals, the needs of the student, and involvement in remedial process. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings. Participate in the selection of equipment and instructional materials. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals. Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension. Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities. Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure. Supervisors of licensed speech-language assistants must be licensed by TDLR as speech-language pathologists. A person with a TEA certificate who is not licensed may supervise a licensed speech-language assistant, but not if services are billed through School Health and Related Services (SHARS). Job Requirements Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Hillary Terry , Special Education Director Cooke County Special Education Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education