Speech Language Pathologist

POSITION OVERVIEW

The remote Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) delivers comprehensive speech and language therapy, evaluations, consultation, and assistive technology support exclusively through secure, compliant teletherapy platforms. This role supports Legacy Traditional Schools through assessment and eligibility, service delivery, collaboration and consultation, and compliance and professional practices in a fully remote environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assessment and Eligibility

• Administer, score, and interpret comprehensive speech-language assessments using approved tele-assessment tools and virtual observation protocols.

• Participate in virtual multidisciplinary evaluation team (MET) meetings to contribute speech-language eligibility data and develop data-driven service recommendations.

• The Speech-Language Pathologist prepares comprehensive electronic evaluation reports that integrate assessment results, clinical observations, and teacher/parent input in compliance with state and federal timelines.

• Conduct virtual speech-language observations using remote protocols, evaluating the validity of digital assessment results and documenting any tele-assessment limitations in accordance with professional best practice standards.

Service Delivery

• Provide evidence-based speech-language therapy services aligned with IEP goals through individual and small group teletherapy sessions.

• Develop structured virtual lesson plans using curriculum-based materials, multimedia tools, and interactive digital resources to support communication skill development.

• The Speech Language Pathologist implements tiered intervention supports within MTSS frameworks through virtual small groups, social skills groups, language enrichment sessions, and “lunch bunch” interventions as appropriate.

• Collect and analyze progress monitoring data using secure digital systems to evaluate student growth and adjust interventions as needed.

• Collaborate remotely with educators and families to generalize communication skills across digital and classroom learning environments.

• Adapt therapy delivery to accommodate students’ developmental needs, engagement levels, and technological access requirements in a virtual setting.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Consult virtually with educators and families to support the generalization and functional application of communication skills across digital and classroom learning environments.

• The Speech-Language Pathologist provides recommendations for classroom accommodations, modifications, and communication-related assistive technologies, including AAC systems and digital communication supports as appropriate.

• Collaborate remotely with special education teams to ensure coordinated implementation of IEP goals and communication supports.

• Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs), when assigned, in accordance with ASHA standards and applicable state-specific licensure and supervision regulations.

Compliance and Professional Practice

• Maintain secure electronic documentation, progress reports, session notes, and IEP records in compliance with federal requirements and applicable state-specific timelines.

• The Speech-Language Pathologist adheres to IDEA, FERPA, HIPAA, ASHA standards, and applicable state-specific licensure and professional practice regulations.

• Maintain active state-specific licensure and complete required continuing education, including competencies relevant to tele-practice service delivery.

• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in all remote interactions and digital service platforms.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• Master’s degree or higher in the field

• Meeting requirements provided below:

• ADHS license and ADE PreK–12 SLP Certification.

• Valid state-specific professional license, if required, authorizing practice within educational and/or clinical settings.

• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• Experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence – SLP