Speech-Language Pathologist - Claiborne County Schools

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in Tennessee public schools are licensed specialists who diagnose and treat communication disorders that interfere with a student's ability to learn. They serve as critical members of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) teams who support literacy and academic success.

Core Responsibilities AssessmentsEvaluations :

Conduct formal screenings and diagnostic evaluations for speech, language, voice, fluency, and hearing disorders in accordance with Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) eligibility criteria.

Therapeutic Intervention :

Provide direct therapy sessions (individual or group) focusing on articulation, language comprehension, and social communication.

IEP Development :

Lead the creation of communication-based goals and objectives within a student's IEP, ensuring they align with state curriculum standards.

Collaboration :

Consult with teachers, parents, and medical professionals to integrate therapy goals into the classroom and home environments.

DocumentationCompliance :

Maintain detailed logs of student progress, activity logs for Medicaid billing , and all required special education paperwork to ensure legal compliance.

Required Qualifications Education :

A Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders from a CAA-accredited program is mandatory.

Licensure :

Must hold two specific credentials: A valid clinical license from the Tennessee Board of Communication Disorders and Sciences. A School Services Personnel license with an SLP endorsement from the TDOE.

Certification :

While often listed as preferred, many districts strongly favor candidates with the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) and may offer a salary supplement for it.

National Exam :

Passing score of 162 or higher on the

Praxis SLP Examination PhysicalTechnical Demands Mobility :

Ability to travel between multiple school sites as assigned.

Assistive Technology :

Proficiency in using and training others on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.

Interpersonal :

Strong "coping skills" for managing student behavior and the ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.