Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at New Story IDS
Houston, TX, 77001
Join New Story In-District Services (IDS) as we partner with local school districts to enhance special education by providing BCBAs, Teachers, RBTs, SLPs, and Paraprofessionals for their classrooms. Our mission is to empower educators and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for students with diverse needs. Serving students aged 5-22 across multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania, we work alongside families and schools to create a safe, supportive environment that fosters academic and social success.
What we offer:
- Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and background.
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000.00 to support your move
- No Billable Hour Requirements: No minimum billable hour expectations
- Comprehensive Support: Focus on your role with administrative and clinical support-no dealing with insurance, scheduling, or large caseloads
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Flexible Schedule: Adaptable work schedule aligned with the school division calendar
- Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education
- Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, along with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions
Job Responsibilities:
- Conducting assessments and interpreting data to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families to implement effective speech-language therapy activities tailored to each student's needs.
- Monitoring and adjusting treatment plans, ensuring clear communication among all team members.
- Developing IEP goals and administering tests to support ongoing progress.
- Providing insightful reports and recommendations for student needs.
- Utilizing behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
Qualifications:
- A master's degree from an accredited academic program
- Active ASHA certification for speech-language pathologists (CCC-SLP) and/or audiologists (CCC-A).
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with child, parent/guardian, multidisciplinary team members, and other personnel involved in child's educational/behavioral program.
- Must have knowledge of child development and common behavioral disorders exhibited by children and adolescents.
- Demonstrated understanding of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) development and implementation.
- Understanding and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and needs of students and families.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in counseling and education.
Preferred/Nice to have:
- Previous experience working in a school setting, ideally as an SLP.
- Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting students, especially those with special needs.
New Story and its affiliated schools are proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.