Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist Location: Texas School for the Deaf – Austin, Texas. Job Details Job ID: 5774481 Application Deadline: Jun 23, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time) Posted: Jun 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026 Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $364.44 Per Day Terms of Employment Length of position: 189 Contract Days per year Hours: 7:45am-3:35pm Summary The Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) provides services to students who are deaf and hard of hearing and who may have additional disabilities. The SLP evaluates, provides direct speech/communication services, and provides ongoing consultative services to staff regarding communication methodology and strategies needed by students for effective instruction. The SLP works with the division director, other SLPs, and department principals to plan for and provide in‑service. Essential Functions Conducts communication evaluations complying with special education procedures including the evaluation of speech, language, augmentative communication and assistive technology needs. Provides direct services to students as indicated by evaluator and ARD Committee decisions. Provides in‑service training, demonstration teaching and consultation to staff and parents related to communication and language methodologies, strategies and modifications for students who are deaf and who may have additional disabilities. Develops and implements speech communication and language goals and objectives for students’ individualized education plan and monitors the implementation of the IEP in varied instructional settings. Conducts and models group communication activities. Participates as a team member with other professionals in Instructional Services, Residential Services, student staffing meetings, admissions, review and dismissal (ARD), the IEP process and in the TSD outreach assessment role. Inventories and maintains assistive technology equipment and augmentative communication materials. Maintains pertinent records and files; completes student progress reports and SHARS forms. Communicates and collaborates as needed with the team regarding feeding disorders. Supervises university students for speech practicum. Qualifications Required Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited college or university Successful completion of one semester internship in Speech/Language Pathology Certification of clinical competency CCC‑SLP or CCC‑CFY‑SLP Sign Language: The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of ADVANCED as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI). If hired with a sign language proficiency level below this level, you are required to participate in signed communication learning opportunities on a regular basis until you have achieved the sign language proficiency level assigned to your position. Qualifications Desired Proficient signed communications skills. Experience in a school setting. Experience working with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have multiple disabilities. Experience managing and conducting student Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information. Effective communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public. Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action. Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure. Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve. Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials. Interpersonal skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things. Supervisor Supervisor of Related Services Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) Code None Equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas-School-For-the-Dea