Pediatric School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Canton, Mississippi

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Job Description

A school-based speech-language pathologist (SLP) opportunity is available to work with students from kindergarten through 12th grade within a school setting. This role focuses on supporting children with varied mild to moderate general and special education needs through comprehensive speech-language services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct speech and language assessments and evaluations to identify student needs
• Provide direct therapy services tailored to individual student goals
• Collaborate with educational staff and participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings
• Document and report student progress in compliance with state regulations
• Support a caseload encompassing diverse speech and language disorders in a school environment

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
• Licensed in speech-language pathology for the state of Mississippi
• Experience working with pediatric populations in schools or healthcare settings
• Familiarity with teletherapy service delivery is a plus
• Ability to manage a full caseload and complete detailed documentation
• Excellent communication skills suitable for collaboration with school teams and families

Location: This position is based in Canton, Mississippi, with service areas including nearby cities such as Jackson, Rolling Fork, and Vicksburg.

Schedule:

• Full-time contract opportunity, approximately 37.5 hours per week

Benefits and Opportunities:

• Gain valuable experience working across kindergarten to 12th grade levels
• Provide important services that support student communication and academic success
• Engage in professional growth through collaboration with educational teams
• Flexible contract arrangements to align with your professional goals

Qualified candidates who meet the credential requirements and have a passion for pediatric speech-language pathology in educational settings are encouraged to apply promptly. Decisions are made within 24-48 hours following interviews, which are conversational with the district director.

Explore this rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students lives by submitting your application today.