Speech Therapist in Morristown, TN

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract This position calls for a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support school-aged children with speech and language development in a contract role based in Morristown, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have experience working within educational settings, providing tailored speech therapy services that help students achieve their communication goals.

Key qualifications and experience:

• Valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Proven experience delivering speech therapy services in school environments
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and communication disorders in children
• Strong knowledge of Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, parents, educators, and other professionals
• Capability to maintain detailed therapy records and progress notes adhering to school and state guidelines

Location:

Morristown, Tennessee - serving local school districts with a focus on supporting diverse student populations Responsibilities include:

• Conducting speech and language assessments to identify student needs
• Developing and implementing individualized therapy plans based on assessments and educational goals
• Providing direct speech-language therapy to students through individual and group sessions
• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families to integrate therapy goals into the classroom setting
• Tracking progress and adjusting therapy approaches to ensure positive student outcomes
• Participating in IEP meetings and contributing clinical expertise to support student success Benefits of this contract position:
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' communication skills
• Collaborative work environment within educational settings
• Professional growth through diverse caseloads and school-based experiences Qualified Speech-Language Pathologists interested in supporting student communication development in Morristown are encouraged to apply and contribute their expertise to this important educational role.

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