School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Grove Hill, AL (Clarke County Schools)
Compensation: $32.00 – $42.00 / Hour (Target: $36/hr)
Job Type: Part-Time (Contract)
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our educational team in Grove Hill. This part-time role is essential for helping students in Clarke County overcome communication barriers that impact their learning and social development. Working in a rural school setting, you will be a key advocate for students with diverse needs, from early childhood through high school.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct Student Therapy: Provide targeted speech and language therapy to students with articulation, fluency, voice, and language disorders as specified in their IEPs.
- IEP Development: Lead and participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, including drafting measurable goals and attending meetings with parents and educators.
- Evaluations: Administer standardized assessments to identify communication disorders and determine eligibility for special education services.
- Collaborative Care: Partner with classroom teachers to integrate communication strategies into the daily curriculum and support "push-in" therapy models where appropriate.
- Documentation: Maintain precise and timely records of student progress and service minutes using the Alabama-mandated SETS (Special Education Tracking System).
- Supervision (If Applicable): Provide clinical guidance to Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) or Clinical Fellows (CFYs) if required by the district.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
- Licensure: * Active Alabama State License (ABESPA).
- Current ALSDE Professional Educator Certificate (Class A).
- Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA is preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with Alabama Special Education rules and IDEA regulations.
- Background Check: Ability to pass a mandatory Alabama State Department of Education background check and fingerprinting.
- Soft Skills: Strong independent work ethic and the ability to build rapport with families in a small-town community.
Why Grove Hill?
Grove Hill offers a close-knit community atmosphere where school staff are highly valued. This part-time position provides a flexible schedule and the opportunity to focus on clinical results without the overwhelming caseloads often found in larger urban districts.