A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
Jackson, Tn - Jackson Museum School - Speech-Language Pathologist
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Thrive SLP you will deliver evidence-based speech and language services to students K12 with a range of communication needs: language disorders, articulation and phonological delays, fluency, voice, and complex/AAC users. You will evaluate, diagnose, develop IEP goals, deliver direct and consultative services, and collaborate with special education teams, general educators, families, and related services providers to build inclusive, data-driven intervention plans. You are a full member of the community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES EVALUATION & ELIGIBILITY
Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations using standardized and dynamic assessment tools (CELF, GFTA, TOLD, PLS, CASL, and others) to determine eligibility for services under IDEA and applicable state standards Complete full psycholinguistic profiles including receptive/expressive language, phonology, fluency, voice, and pragmatics as appropriate to the referral Write evaluation reports that are clinically rigorous, legally defensible, and accessible to IEP team members across disciplines Participate in eligibility determination meetings and provide clinical interpretation of results to families, educators, and administrators Conduct re-evaluations (triennials) in accordance with IDEA timelines
IEP DEVELOPMENT & SERVICE DELIVERY
Develop individualized IEP goals that are measurable, standards-aligned, and meaningful to the students educational and communicative participation Deliver direct individual and small-group therapy sessions aligned to IEP goals across articulation, language, fluency, voice, AAC, and social communication Provide consultative services to general and special education teachers on communication strategies, classroom accommodations, and language-based learning supports Participate in IEP meetings as the SLP of record, including annual reviews, amendment meetings, and manifestation determinations when relevant Maintain accurate, timely service logs and progress notes in compliance with state documentation requirements supported by Thrives AI documentation tools
COLLABORATION & TEAMING
Partner with special education teachers, OTs, PTs, BCBAs, school psychologists, and mental health clinicians on integrated, student-centered IEP teams Communicate regularly with families about student progress, home strategies, and upcoming IEP decisions in a way that is clear, warm, and jargon-free Consult with classroom teachers on language-based learning challenges, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and written language supports Contribute to
RTI/MTSS
Tier 1 and Tier 2 language screening and progress monitoring at the universal level Coordinate with outside providers, medical professionals, and community agencies when clinically appropriate
AAC & SPECIALIZED POPULATIONS
Evaluate for and implement augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems including high-tech devices (Proloquo2Go, TouchChat, LAMP) and low-tech supports for students with complex communication needs Train classroom staff, paraprofessionals, and families on AAC implementation and aided language stimulation strategies Serve students with a range of diagnoses including autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental language disorder, and acquired communication disorders Implement evidence-based approaches including PROMPT, Lidcombe, DTTC, PECS, social thinking frameworks, and language experience approaches as appropriate to each students profile
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from
ASHA, OR
active Clinical Fellowship (CF) with CCC-SLP supervision provided by Thrive Active state SLP license in good standing, or documented initiation of licensure transfer prior to start date Knowledge of
IDEA, IEP
process, eligibility criteria, and special education law as it applies to SLP services in K12 settings
PREFERRED
1+ years of school-based SLP experience (CF year in a school setting counts) Experience with AAC evaluation and implementation Bilingual (Spanish) bilingual SLPs are strongly encouraged to apply; additional compensation applies Familiarity with
RTI/MTSS
frameworks and universal screening protocols Experience serving students with autism, complex communication needs, or significant cognitive disabilities
