Elementary SLP (Leave Coverage)

Are you passionate about small group learning? Interested in a camp like work environment? Want to gain more experience with creative and nurturing Educational and Therapeutic Professionals? The Parish School is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist for the 26-27 school year in our Elementary department.

We know you are passionate about what you do, and we can’t wait to see you inspire and encourage our learners who need it most.

Elementary Speech Language Pathologist- Temporary Leave Coverage Work Location: The Parish School (Private School) Start Date: Starting November 2nd, 2026 through approximately February 26th, 2027 Typical schedule is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, but can be adjusted if needed. Description Provides classroom-based group language therapy including assessment, development and implementation of Therapy Care Plan (TCP) goals. The Elementary SLP plans and provides language-learning strategies, social pragmatic, and executive function skill building lessons during the school day to groups and individual students on their caseload. The therapist works alongside a multidisciplinary team to incorporate therapeutic strategies and curricula that support whole child development, including academic and social emotional domains. All intervention is provided in a nurturing environment through a multisensory learning approach, incorporating nature-based education. With proper training, the SLP may also participate in therapeutic reading intervention in a small group setting.

Responsibilities

• Administers, scores and interprets standardized and/or non-standardized assessments to provide data for the diagnosis and treatment of speech and language disorders as related to educational, medical, social and psychological factors
• Develops and assesses treatment goals for each student on their caseload
• Provides written TCP reports at scheduled times during the academic year
• Supports students during Arts and Sciences classes
• Consults and collaborates with the classroom educator in planning instruction to incorporate speech and language development activities into daily schedules
• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of the 7 Skills of Discipline aligned with the Conscious Discipline approach
• Works with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement a variety of supports and intervention strategies for each student on their caseload that build skills across developmental areas and promote successful group learning, self-regulation, independence and resilience (Social Emotional Language & Learning (SELLP)).
• Utilizes a co-teaching model to lead and support a variety of small and large group lessons including language arts, written composition, and math among others
• Leads group-based language therapy sessions in each class, offering at a minimum of one language strategy lesson, one social learning lesson, as well as ongoing classroom- based intervention through everyday learning opportunities
• May lead small group reading intervention lessons
• Communicates regularly with parents and offers guidance about student progress, concerns and learning profile
• Educates parents about classroom activities and interventions and contributes towards monthly updates, Parish Portal posts, and weekly “Good News”
• Partners with families to build positive home to school connections
• Conducts a thorough file review for each student on their caseload prior to beginning therapy or assessment
• Participates in round table meeting(s)
• Participates in collaborative committee team meetings, parent conferences, and other team meetings as needed
• Attends a one evening overnight camp if assigned during the spring semester
• Fulfills professional development requirements as outlined by the school
• Maintains student records and professional licensure as required by law, establishment's policy, and administrative regulations
• Provides counseling and guidance on language development and therapy to parents and other staff members
• Participates in select committees as needed
• Fosters a positive work culture

Competencies & Attributes:

• An empathetic person who is able to problem solve complex situations with staff and families
• An individual who possesses an appreciation for the history and traditions of The Parish School as well as the ability to articulate the school’s values and aspirations to current stakeholders and external audiences
• A working style that is conducive to managing multiple projects with differing priorities and timelines for completion, delegating and coaching as is appropriate
• Knowledge of current trends and practices within the field of speech language pathology, and best practices for classroom-based intervention with students who have learning differences
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to speak compellingly on behalf of an organization
• Ensures a safe and secure environment for all staff and students by proactively monitoring facilities, enforcing safety protocols, and responding promptly to potential hazards or incidents, including during all drills.
• An individual who consistently demonstrates sound judgement in decision making, dependability and an ability to maintain confidentiality
• A strong passion for lifelong learning and a desire to continue professional development
• A nurturing and friendly personality and effective interpersonal skills
• A detail-oriented individual with the ability to organize and collaborate with others
• A proactive self-starter who thinks independently and displays flexibility and creativity
• Ability to create a challenging, well-managed, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes the development of the whole child

Skills/ Education

• Must demonstrate leadership, excellent oral and written skills for communication, dependability, innovation, initiative, responsiveness to client needs, interpersonal, teamwork, sound judgment, self-management and adaptability skills.
• Ability to create a rigorous, well managed, risk-free, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes academic and social excellence for every student.
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and requisite Texas and ASHA licensure.
• Experience working with school-aged populations preferred.
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) and current Texas and ASHA licenses.

About The Parish School Since 1983, The Parish School has educated children ages 2–12 who have communication delays and learning differences, empowering them with the tools to succeed. This nationally recognized, special needs school in Houston, Texas provides an education for the entire family within the environment of a nurturing and safe 17-acre campus with on-site pediatric therapy clinic, The Carruth Center. Our personalized academic approach—with a focus on communication skills, social learning, independence, nature and the arts—allows children to thrive and grow.

The Parish School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender or religious affiliation.