HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description Speech & Language
Pathologist Page 1 of 4
Primary Purpose:
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing speech and language
assessment in therapy in Humble ISD. Submit required paperwork within district timelines. Consult and
collaborate with district staff members and parents to provide appropriate speech programs for students
with the Humble Independent School District. Attend or facilitate ARD meetings as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, or closely related
field from an accredited college or university recognized by the US Department of Education.
Valid Texas license as Speech-Language Pathologist in Speech-Language Pathology granted
by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Valid Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology granted by the
American Speech-Hearing Association
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of legal mandates related to the provision of speech/language services in Texas
public schools
Knowledge and ability to interpret state/district policies, procedures, rules and regulations as
it applies to Speech-Language Pathology
Knowledge of clinical best practices in the field of speech pathology
Knowledge of procedures for evaluating speech and language disorders
Knowledge of remediation practices for speech and language disorders
Knowledge of the ARD process including parent/advocate relations
Knowledge of effective strategies and techniques for working with students with speech
and/or language disorders including instructional accommodations and modifications and the
continuum of services available
Knowledge of effective instructional programs and practices.
Knowledge of current research and best practices to meet the needs of a diverse student
population
Strong consultation skills in conferencing with parents, students, and staff members
Skill in understanding individual needs of students in special education
Skill in assessment practices and the identification criteria of students with disabilities.
Skill in collecting and interpreting data, making programmatic decisions based on analysis,
and reporting formal and informal data according to the student's needs
Skill in coordinating services across district functions
Skill in communicating effectively with diverse groups, both verbally and written, utilizing
professionalism, poise, tact and diplomacy and maintain effective working relationships.
Reports to: Speech & Language Pathologist Coordinator
School/Department: Education Support Services
Pay Grade: Administrative/Instructional/AI3
Work Days: 187
Wage/hour status: Exempt
Created/revised: June 2026
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Skill in Windows and Google operating systems along with district standard software
packages such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suites (Calendar, Gmail,
Slides, Docs, Sheets)
Ability to participate with intra-professional assessments, Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
development and training with all members of a student's ARD committee and educational
staff
Ability to organize and manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously and independently to
meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information.
Ability to perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy,
cooperativeness and work with minimum supervision.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of District personnel
and outside organizations.
Experience:
SLP experience in an educational setting helpful.
Demonstrated track record of being a team player in multidisciplinary cohorts and projects
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Management:
- Provide high quality direct and indirect speech/language therapy services to students according to
student's IEP.
- Develop treatment plans that are strength-based as well as student and family centered for overall
educational improvement.
- Assist and guide campus staff in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified
speech and language delays/disorders.
- Consult with campus staff in the implementations of curriculum modifications and appropriate
classroom strategies such as visual supports, integration of Assistive Technology,
accommodations and data collection.
- Ensure students' skills are generalized across settings by collaborating with teaching teams and
related service providers.
- Follow district timelines for assessment and ARD meetings.
- Maintain a current, electronic log of initial and re-evaluation assessments.
- Complete and submit accurate and timely billing of services when applicable.
- Evaluate students according to district guidelines and current evidence best practice.
- Follow campus and district policies.
- Attend district trainings as requested.
- Collaborate with all members of the student's ARD committee to ensure appropriate service
delivery, goal/objective development and selection of modification/accommodations.
- Maintain valid licensure and certifications.
- Comply with all current state and federal mandates.
- Effectively communicate with all members of a student's ARD committee and educational team
through: face-to-face conversations, email communication, telephone calls, etc.
- Demonstrate professional, ethical and responsible behaviors.
- Serve on district teams and working groups as assigned.
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- Utilize electronic methods of record keeping, attendance logs, Special Education documentation,
etc. per the latest district policies.
- May supervise licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistants or graduate-level interns.
Compliance and Accountability:
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Maintain a variety of records and files for the purpose of ensuring documentation for future
reference in accordance with administrative and legal requirements.
Public Outreach and Support:
- Highly visible, approachable, and accessible to students, staff, parents and community.
- Communicate effectively with parents and community members with the mission of the district
and Department of Special Education.
- Participate in community events and activities.
- Provide timely responses to questions and concerns from parents/community.
- Plan, present and facilitate parent education workshops.
Communication
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
Conflict Resolution and Crisis Management:
- Manage and provide support and service to parents, community members, district and campus
staff members, and students in problem resolution.
Direct Student Services:
- Support student success through student-centered decision-making that meets individual needs
and promotes lifelong learning.
Other
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills through communications with parents, community,
staff and school board members.
- Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovations related to position and be
committed to continuously engage in professional development opportunities in the field of
speech language pathology and education.
- Attend training on various software/hardware that is being supported by Humble ISD and
maintain a working knowledge of the same.
- Promotes a positive image that supports the mission of the district; works with all Educational
Support Services personnel to continually improve the professionalism of the total department.
- Responds to after-hours emergencies as needed.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress
Frequent prolonged and irregular work hours
Frequent interruptions
Frequent travel inside of school district
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Occasional travel outside of school district boundaries including out of state travel
Flexibility to maximize teacher learning and schedules
Workload is deadline driven
Prolonged use of equipment and computer with repetitive hand motions
Frequent sitting with moderate standing, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting
Work location assigned requires physical presence in office
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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