Speech Therapist (Speech-Language Pathologist) - 26/27 SY

Spotsylvania County School District • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

The School Speech Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), assesses, diagnoses, and treats students’ speech and language disorders to help them develop communication skills. The SLP collaborates with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support students’ learning. The position may be offered on a 10-month (200-day), 10.5-month (210-day), 11-month (220-day), or 12-month (240-day) contract, with a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. The position is evaluated annually and includes a $2,890 stipend; additional compensation may be awarded for credits earned toward advanced degrees.

Spotsylvania County Public Schools serves a diverse student population of over 24,000 across 31 schools. The division describes its workplace as valuing unique perspectives, fostering belonging, and ensuring opportunities for all to thrive. Criminal record and background checks are completed after an offer is made.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
• Current, valid, unexpired licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Implement screening and referral procedures to identify students who need speech/language assessment.
• Assess and identify students with communication skill deficits.
• Administer individual speech-language assessments and probes to evaluate communication skills.
• Consult with parents and school staff about students’ communication skills.
• Participate in meetings with school staff to discuss student needs.
• Develop individualized education programs (IEPs) for students requiring speech/language services.
• Collaborate with school teams to schedule services.
• Provide speech/language services in accordance with IEPs and evidence-based practice.
• Collect and maintain student data on performance and progress toward goals.
• Complete online service documentation that meets Medicaid requirements.
• Assist with purchase order requests and management of speech/language supplies and materials.
• Conduct professional development for teachers and school staff on communication-related topics.
• Assist teachers and staff with integrating needed speech/language skills in the classroom.
• Supervise speech/language assistants or paraeducators.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Monthly PTO accrual
• Healthcare benefit plans
• Enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match
• FMLA leave
• Short-Term Disability leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• $2,890 stipend
• Additional compensation for credits earned toward advanced degrees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time