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Speech Language Pathologist SPED

Job in Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana, 46411, USA
Listing for: ReNEW Schools
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Speech Pathologist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

JOB SUMMARY: Help students with a wide range of speech–language-related issues to meet performance standards. Their work includes prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design efforts that are integrated within a school.

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Will serve as Teacher of Record for students with primary speech/language impairments and Teacher of Service for students with secondary speech/language impairments
  • Communicate with parents on a mutually agreed upon time for case conferences
  • Participates in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including measurable goals and objectives for each student’s needs as applicable to the educational setting
  • Bill Medicaid
  • Identifies/selects appropriate materials and equipment for therapy
  • Establish schedules for therapy sessions
  • Establish and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures
  • Maintain accurate daily records and data collection to document students’ attendance, progress, including requirements for Medicaid.
  • Manages time, materials, and equipment effectively
  • Create materials for students who have very specialized needs
  • Establishes and maintains a positive, organized, and safe environment for students
  • Uses technology resources effectively
  • Conducts comprehensive evaluations and completes progress reports.
  • Re-evaluates short-term objectives and writes new ones as needed.
  • Provides direct speech therapy using materials specific to the communication disorder(s)
  • Provides functional suggestions to teachers and parents regarding the student’s therapy program
  • Provide direct and/or consult services for students with speech/language services in the IEP
  • Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community agencies.
  • Attends IEP meetings and other student-related conferences as determined necessary
  • Participates in training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues while maintaining professional certification and/or licensure
  • Promotes and supports the professional growth of self and others
  • Keeps well informed about current trends and best practices in the area of Speech Language Pathology
  • Maintains a network of peer contacts through professional organization
  • Models professional and ethical conduct at all times
  • Performs all professional responsibilities
  • Maintains confidentiality of student and other professional information
  • Complies with policies, procedures, and programs
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned which are necessary for the daily operation of the school program
Minimum Requirements
  • Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited educational institution.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
  • Possess an Indiana License as a Speech and Language Pathologist
  • One (1) year of experience in an educational setting is preferred.
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)/Assistive (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is a plus.
  • Qualifications may vary from the above requirements to such a degree as the Superintendent and Board determine is necessary and appropriate to ensure properly qualified personnel in each specialized assignment.
  • The position covers multiple school buildings and sites and requires use of personal vehicles for travel with mileage reimbursement.

EFFECTIVE: 2025-26 school year, 187 days

ASSIGNMENT: Full Time

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