Speech-Language Pathologist

Region Region: 18 School District / Employer School District/Employer: Compass Academy Charter School District Category / Employer District Category/Employer: Central Office Position Position: Speech Pathologist Assignment Level Elementary High School Middle School Area Special Education Job Title Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist School School: Odessa Compass Academy Date Posted Date Posted: 6/4/2026 Deadline Deadline: Until Filled Openings Openings: 1 Commitment Commitment: Full Time Description / Notes Reports to: Director of Special Education. Dept./School: Compass Academy Charter School. Primary Purpose: Responsible for the overall management of the district’s curriculum and instruction function. Lead the strategic planning and implementation of curriculum and instruction programs. Ensure that the development and delivery of curriculum and instructional programs are effective and efficient, incorporate district goals, and support student achievement. Qualifications 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 a Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate. Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions. Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions. Ability to instruct and manage student behavior. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience. Major Responsibilities and Duties Therapy: Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy consistent with IEP goals. 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. Consultation: Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and the needs of the student. Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills. Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits. Student Management: Create an environment conducive to learning suitable for the maturity level and interests of students. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Program Management: 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 rules, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s). Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: 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; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students. Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require district-wide travel. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure. Salary Range Per CACS Pay-scale (DOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr