School Based Speech Language Pathologist - Contractor

Stride Learning•Reston, VA

5d•Remote

About The Position

The School Based Speech Language Pathologist Contractor is a state-certified therapist who screens, assesses, and treats students with communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy, and learning. The contractor focuses on each student’s needs as defined by the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The role may require obtaining licenses in multiple states, serving students across multiple schools, and supervising Speech-Language Pathology Assistants or Speech Language Pathologists in their Clinical Fellowship Year. This is a remote, independent consultant position (1099), open to residents of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. The contractor must be available during typical school hours for at least 20 hours per week and maintain a professional, distraction-free home office. The stated typical workday is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., as defined by the school and time zone. The position requires a master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or a related field, three years of speech/language work experience in a public-school setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience, state education department or state board licensure, and the ASHA Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA SLP CCC). Compensation is anticipated to range from $15.49 to $55.00 per hour. Eligible employees may receive a bonus and may be eligible for health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or a related field.
Three years of speech/language work experience within a public-school setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Speech-Language Pathology licensure issued by a State Department of Education or State Board.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA SLP CCC).
Ability to work independently and be available during typical school hours for at least 20 hours per week.
Ability to maintain a professional, distraction-free home office during the workday, typically 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as defined by the school and time zone.
Knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements.
Ability to conduct and interpret comprehensive speech-language evaluations.
Ability to provide speech-language therapy services.
Ability to collaborate with staff to plan and deliver speech-language services to children.
Receptiveness to regular coaching from administrators.
Ability to embrace change and adapt to support excellent student outcomes.
Ability to create and deliver staff development.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms.
Proficiency with MS365.
Ability to clear the required background check.

Nice To Haves

Management experience.
Online therapy experience.
Experience with documentation for Medicaid claiming.
Experience evaluating and working with students who require alternative and augmentative communication.

Responsibilities

Screen and/or evaluate students with suspected speech-language impairments.
Manage a speech-only caseload.
Ensure speech and language services are delivered as determined by the IEP team, including coordinating schedules with parents and teachers, preparing progress reports and required special education documentation, and making accommodations and modifications available.
Monitor assigned speech-language pathology assistant caseloads, schedules, and services.
Maintain compliance with state, school, and company regulations.
Teach students, families, and teachers appropriate communication strategies and technologies to reduce the educational impact of communication disorders and improve classroom success.
Maintain files and records, including progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, and reports.
Collect data and work samples to monitor progress toward IEP goals and objectives.
Document parent contacts and student interventions.
Provide engaging therapy experiences and personalize learning for students.
Maintain positive rapport with families and communicate with and respond to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner.
Support student support team (SST) and response to intervention (RTI) processes.
Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and gather information.
May supervise up to four Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) or Speech Language Pathologists in their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
Perform other related duties as assigned.