Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School Therapy

Pathologist Speech Language 2026-2027

Job Overview The Pathologist Speech Language will conduct evaluations to determine a speech/language disability condition, an educational need for specialized instruction, and provide recommendations to support communication. The incumbent will develop individualized education plans and conduct ARD meetings to ensure appropriate programming for students within the least restrictive environment. The Pathologist Speech Language will provide therapeutic intervention and classroom support to eliminate or reduce communication problems/impairments that interfere with the students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. The incumbent will maintain compliance of all federal / local timelines, individual records, Medicaid billing, and state performance plan indicators 7, 11, & 12.

Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Service Delivery Plan and provide services that are appropriate and consistent with speech goals contained in the individual education plan (IEP) Develop functional individualized education plans based on the communication needs of the student Provide intervention that is appropriate to the age and learning needs of each individual student Gather and interpret data with individual students, as well as, overall program evaluation to support data-based decision making and monitor student outcomes Compliance Comply with and meet federal and state mandates and local board policy Conduct assessments in collaboration with others that help to identify students with communication disorders as well as to establish eligibility and inform instruction and intervention, consistent with evidence based practices Plan, conduct, and/or participate in ARD committee meetings, staffings, parent meetings, etc. Comply with and meet federal and state mandates and local board policy (i.e. activities may include individualized education program (IEP) development, Medicaid billing, report writing, and treatment plan/therapy log development Administrative/ Campus Support Support student services provided by the speech language therapist Collaborate with other professional/classroom teachers and offer assistance in addressing the linguistic and metalinguistic foundations of curriculum learning for students with disabilities Compile, maintain, and file/submit all reports, records, and other documents required Engage in continuing education experiences and professional development to enhance the skills / knowledge necessary to serve a diverse student body Supervisory Responsibilities ASHA CCC/SLP's: Supervise licensed assistants in speech-language pathology, clinical fellowship year interns, and students as needed

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology or related field Bachelor's Degree with TEA certification in Speech and Language Therapy or Speech and Hearing Therapy also acceptable ASHA Certification Clinical Fellowship Year and/or Master's degree with TX license accepted Valid Texas license as a Speech Pathologist granted by Texas Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology Minimum of 1 year experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in public schools preferred Must be proficient in using Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing Must have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Must be able to solve complex problems and handle stressful situations Must be able to administer, score, and interpret standardized speech assessment instruments for children Physical Requirements/Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. This position requires travel to various campuses and district meeting sites. This position may be required to work some overtime as defined by the needs of the department. This position is funded by grant funds. This position may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available.

DEPARTMENT Position Calendar : 187AU1 School Year : 2026-2027 Salary Grade : 103

Fort Bend Independent School District