Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (2026-2027 School Year)

Educational Service District 112•Remote - Washington State, WA

9h•Remote

About The Position

The Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides speech and language services in the areas of student assessment, augmentative alternative communication devices, direct therapy, training and consultation to staff and families to support students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. The Virtual Speech Language Pathologist participates as a member of an education team in the assessment and program evaluation for students. The Virtual SLP serves as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children with disabilities and their families. This position is full time, 185 day contract. It is 100% virtual and may work remotely from the following states: Washington, Oregon, North Carolina, Utah and Maryland. Regular attendance is required.

Requirements

Hold or eligible to hold a Washington ESA speech language pathologist certificate.
Hold a Speech Language Pathologist license in home state.
Completed all requirements for a master's degree with a major in speech pathology (except special project or thesis).
Experience working with children with articulation and language disabilities.
Experience in the identification, assessment, programming and evaluation or children with language disabilities.
Work history including ANY and ALL employment in the past 10 years.
At least three professional references contact information.
A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
A resume that reflects work experience listed on application.
A copy of a SLP certificate or evidence of completing a SLP program.
Must have remote internet service with bandwidth to support virtual platforms such as Zoom or Google Classroom.
Maintain a caseload of at least 60 students with SLP direct services.
Successful completion of a criminal history fingerprint check through Washington State Patrol and FBI.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in speech or speech pathology.
Experience in P-12 education.
Experience working with Washington state and federal laws relating to children with disabilities.
One year of experience of providing virtual Speech Language Pathology services.

Responsibilities

Inform principals, teachers and other school personnel of speech, language and/or hearing services.
Organize and conduct an identification program for communication disorders and provide virtual services and evaluations by utilizing virtual screening criteria, materials, procedures and record-keeping strategies.
Select and employ virtual diagnostic procedures and develop guidelines for a comprehensive remediation program.
Follow ESA criteria for caseload selection and dismissal.
Select and implement therapy strategies for modifying communicative behavior of each student with a speech, language and/or hearing disorder.
Maintain an ESA-approved system to record all identification and evaluative data and continuous student performance information; including Medicaid reporting.
Identify and define factors which determine the effectiveness of therapy.
Redefine goals and modify therapy strategies consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or the individual family service plan (IFSP).
Consult with parents, educators and other professionals regarding needs of children/students to assure appropriate learning experiences.
Complete all required reports and records for compliance within statutory guidelines.
Provide technical assistance to communication technicians and assistants.
Attending meetings and collaborate virtually with families, school-based data teams and IEP/evaluation teams.
Other duties as assigned.