2026-2027 ESE Speech-Language Pathologist

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

This position involves providing speech-language pathology services to students, including administering diagnostic evaluations, developing and implementing individualized educational plans (IEPs), and providing therapy. The role requires collaboration with teachers, parents, and administrators, as well as maintaining accurate records and complying with district, state, and federal regulations. Additional responsibilities include conducting screenings, developing communication systems, supporting reading initiatives, and performing Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
Valid Florida teaching certificate and/or valid license in speech-language pathology.
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
Analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands.
Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and enforce pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff.
Industry certification.
Lean Six Sigma Certification.

Responsibilities

Administer in-depth diagnostic evaluations for disorders of language, articulation, voice, and fluency and provide reports.
Schedule meetings and contact parents, teachers, and administrators for eligibility staffing, IEP meetings, and conferences.
Participate in eligibility and placement committee staffing meetings, Child Study Team meetings, and development of pre-referral classroom interventions.
Develop individual educational plans for students on caseload and revise plan annually.
Provide speech-language therapy for eligible students as prescribed by individual educational plan.
Collaborate with classroom teachers; provide consultation services and support for classroom teachers.
Develop therapy schedules that provide optimum conditions for instruction based on individual student needs.
Prepare materials for use in therapy.
Keep attendance logs and therapy progress notes.
Provide quarterly reports and annual progress reports for each student on caseload.
Report compliance data and scheduling information to data processor.
Conduct reevaluations as required.
Maintain accurate and complete reports as required by District, state, and federal regulations.
Develop and implement communication boards, augmentative communication systems, and program voice output devices and provide training in use.
Provide support for reading initiatives.
Conduct in-depth hearing screenings; report results and make appropriate referrals for further follow-up and intervention.
Conduct speech-language and hearing screenings for students experiencing academic and behavioral problems.
Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.