What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist - WDMESC ECH position at WDMESC Early Childhood Spec. Ed.?
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our PreK program. The SLP will provide direct speech and language services to preschool-aged children and conduct evaluations as part of the early childhood special education team. This role allows you to focus on what you do best—supporting children’s communication development—without being burdened by due process paperwork.
Why Join Our Team?
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Arkansas Teacher Retirement System participation
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Comprehensive benefits package
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School calendar schedule – enjoy holidays and summers off
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No due process paperwork – programmers handle documentation
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Focus on your profession – provide speech services and evaluations only
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Collaborative, supportive early childhood team environment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide individual and small-group speech and language therapy services to PreK students.
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Conduct speech-language evaluations and contribute to eligibility determinations.
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Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to support communication development.
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Maintain accurate therapy and evaluation records.
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Participate in team meetings and professional development as required.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
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Current Arkansas SLP license and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or CFY supervision eligibility.
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Experience with early childhood populations preferred.
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Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
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Commitment to fostering positive learning experiences for young children.
Salary : $50,000