Speech Language Pathologist

Direct Hire

All positions will be 7.5 hours/day for a total of 37.5 hours per week & a 30-minute lunch break off the clock is required

Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Phoenix / East Valley / Tucson, AZ (Specify Campus)

Reports To: Campus Assistant Director of Special Education

Salary Range: $74,000 – 106,000

Classification: Full-Time, Salaried

Job Summary

Arizona Autism Charter Schools is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide high-quality therapeutic interventions to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. Unlike traditional "pull-out" models, AZACS emphasizes a classroom integration model, where therapists work alongside teachers and BCBAs to generalize communication skills in real-world settings.

Key Responsibilities

• IEP Development & Management: Lead the development of individualized communication goals; write, implement, and monitor progress for students on your caseload.
• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations and re-evaluations (MET/IEP) to determine student eligibility and specific needs.
• Classroom Integration: Deliver speech and language services within the natural classroom environment to support functional communication and academic success.
• ABA Collaboration: Incorporate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies into therapy sessions and consult regularly with BCBAs and Behavior Technicians.
• AAC Support: Provide specialized support for students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, including programming and staff training.
• Supervision: Mentor and supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) as needed, ensuring compliance and quality of service delivery.
• Compliance: Maintain meticulous records for Medicaid billing and ensure all IEP paperwork meets state and federal regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Licensure: * Valid Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) Speech-Language Pathologist License.
• Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Speech-Language Pathologist PreK-12 Certificate.
• Fingerprint Clearance: Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred (Clinical Fellows may be considered depending on supervision availability).

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience working with students with ASD in a school setting.
• Familiarity with the classroom integration model rather than traditional pull-out therapy.
• Strong knowledge of various AAC devices and software (e.g., Proloquo2Go, TouchChat).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
• Frequent stooping, reaching, standing, and walking to engage with students at their level.

Note for Applicants: AZACS values optimism and perseverance. We look for clinicians who are ready to innovate and adapt therapy to meet the unique sensory and behavioral needs of every child.