Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Position: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Assignment Area: Jefferson County Educational Service Center

2023 Sunset Boulevard

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

Work Location

• Southern Local School District, Columbiana County
• Salary: Placement on adopted salary schedule according to training and experience
• Beginning Date: 26-27 School Year
• Contract: 9-month contract

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s Degree- Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid Ohio Speech and Language Therapist license through Ohio State Board of Education
• Valid Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board license
• Knowledge of IDEA, special education procedures, and school-based therapy practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Specific Duties

• Conduct speech-language evaluations, screenings, and reevaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans and IEP goals.
• Provide direct and indirect speech-language therapy services to eligible students.
• Deliver specially designed instruction (SDI) aligned with student IEPs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain required progress documentation.
• Participate in Evaluation Team Report (ETR) and IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and related service providers.
• Recommend and support classroom accommodations and communication strategies.
• Maintain accurate records, therapy logs, Medicaid documentation, and confidential student files.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, and Ohio special education regulations.
• Support students with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) needs as appropriate.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.