(SLPA) Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

HJ Staffing•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HJ Staffing is seeking a dedicated and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist for a school-district assignment. The position is placed on one or more Houston Independent School District (HISD) campuses and provides comprehensive speech and language services in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements. The role manages a student caseload, conducts evaluations, develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborates with campus special education teams. The assignment is described as offering competitive pay, flexible contract options, and work in an urban educational environment.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
Current, valid Texas Speech-Language Pathologist license granted by TDLR/SBESLPA.
Ability to pass a background check and complete HISD pre-hire paperwork and onboarding.

Nice To Haves

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
Previous K-12 school-based experience, particularly in a large urban district.
Proficiency with preferred IEP/special education management software such as EasyIEP or Enrich.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial, re-evaluation, and triennial evaluations to determine student eligibility for speech-language pathology services.
Interpret evaluation results and prepare legally defensible Speech-Language Evaluation Reports (SLER).
Develop IEPs with measurable, ambitious, evidence-based goals.
Provide direct and consultative individual and group therapy for articulation, phonology, fluency, voice, receptive and expressive language, and pragmatic/social communication needs.
Monitor and document student progress using HISD-required data systems.
Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meetings to present evaluation results, discuss progress, and finalize IEPs.
Ensure documentation and service delivery comply with IDEA, TEA, and HISD timelines and procedures.
Consult with teachers, parents, and related service providers to integrate communication goals into the general education curriculum.
Complete and submit accurate documentation for SHARS billing.