Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist; SLP - Bilingual; Shared Service Partnership

Overview

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services

Primary

Purpose:

Provide virtual speech and language therapy services to Spanish-speaking and bilingual K-12 students with disabilities across partner school districts in Texas. Ensure culturally and linguistically appropriate services aligned with IEPs, IDEA, and Texas Education Code. Deliver high-quality evaluations and interventions that reflect each student's language background and communication needs.

Education/Certification

• Master s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Valid Texas SLP license issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CCC-SLP)
• Texas Educator Certificate in Speech-Language Pathology (SBEC) preferred if working with public schools
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency required

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of bilingual language development and cultural-linguistic variables
• Ability to conduct bilingual evaluations and deliver Spanish-language therapy
• Familiarity with IDEA, Texas Education Code, and ARD/IEP processes
• Proficiency in FERPA-compliant teletherapy tools and digital documentation platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of school-based SLP experience preferred
• Prior experience working with bilingual or emergent bilingual student populations preferred
• Teletherapy experience strongly preferred

Assessment and Evaluation

• Conduct virtual bilingual speech and language evaluations, including FIE components
• Use linguistically appropriate and culturally valid assessment tools
• Interpret evaluation data and present findings at ARD meetings
• Prepare legally compliant, culturally informed reports

Therapy and Service Delivery

• Provide direct speech-language services in Spanish and/or English as aligned with student needs and IEPs
• Develop measurable, functional IEP goals that reflect bilingual communication goals
• Track progress and adjust interventions using data-informed practices

Collaboration and Compliance

• Collaborate with special education teachers, general education staff, and related service providers
• Participate in ARD meetings and multidisciplinary team decisions
• Maintain documentation and service logs per district and state timelines
• Ensure all services comply with ASHA, TEA, and TDLR requirements

Technology and Reporting

• Use secure, FERPA-compliant virtual platforms for therapy and documentation
• Maintain timely service records and progress updates
• Stay current on teletherapy best practices and bilingual service guidance

Working Conditions

• Remote work environment with flexible schedule
• Confidential, distraction-free workspace required
• Must have reliable internet access and comfort using virtual platforms

$35 - $45 an hour