What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist: Evaluation Only position at LighthouseTherapy, LLC?
Lighthouse Therapy LLC is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to complete speech and language evaluations for preschool and school-age children in the school setting.
This is an evaluations-only position with no ongoing therapy caseload, making it a great fit for an SLP who enjoys assessment, eligibility determination, and report writing.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and reevaluations for preschool and school-age students
- Select, administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments
- Evaluate articulation/phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, and pragmatic/social language as appropriate
- Complete preschool and school-age evaluations in accordance with Tennessee special education requirements
- Review educational, developmental, and therapy records
- Gather parent and teacher input and complete observations as needed
- Write clear, comprehensive evaluation reports
- Participate in eligibility and evaluation meetings as needed
- Collaborate with school teams regarding eligibility and educational impact
- Complete evaluations and documentation within required timelines
This position does not require carrying a therapy caseload.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Current Tennessee Speech-Language Pathologist license
- Current Tennessee Professional School Service Personnel License with the appropriate Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and report-writing skills
- Ability to independently manage evaluation timelines and documentation
Preferred Experience
- School-based speech-language evaluations
- Preschool assessment
- Tennessee special education eligibility criteria and procedures
- Differential diagnosis of speech and language disorders
Schedule
This position offers flexibility and is specifically designed for an SLP interested in evaluation and assessment work without a traditional treatment caseload. Evaluation volume and scheduling may vary based on school needs.
About Lighthouse Therapy LLC
Lighthouse Therapy LLC is an SLP-owned company providing high-quality speech-language services to children in school settings. We value clinical judgment, professional autonomy, flexibility, and collaboration.
If you enjoy the diagnostic side of speech-language pathology and would prefer to focus on testing rather than ongoing therapy, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- License reimbursement
- Referral program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chattanooga, TN 37405
Salary : $65