Job Description

Are you a special education SLP seeking a rewarding local role or a school-year contract opportunity in Summerville, SC? Join our team for a school-based assignment where you will provide student-centered speech-language services within a K–12 traditional building schedule. This role supports professional growth, collaboration, and high-quality care for students.

What We're Looking For

• B.S./B.A. or Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences & Disorders, or related field as appropriate for the role.
• Current South Carolina state licensure or eligibility, and any required school certification in good standing.
• Experience in school-based settings preferred. Experience with building-based caseloads, IEP development, and progress monitoring is preferred.
• Ability to follow a supervising CCC-SLP treatment plan and to participate in IEP and case management meetings under supervision when applicable.
• Strong documentation skills, including objective data collection and treatment note entry.
• Clearances and background checks as required by district and state regulations.

Minimum Requirements

• B.S./B.A. in Communication Sciences/Disorders or related degree required for SLPA role. Master's degree required if applying for an SLP position listed in other materials.
• Appropriate state licensure or school credentials in South Carolina or eligibility to obtain them.
• Experience in K–12 school settings preferred but not required for SLPA candidates.
• Ability to work under the supervision of a CCC-SLP, attend IEP meetings, and follow treatment plans.
• Basic proficiency with school documentation systems, progress reporting, and data collection methods.
• Client-specific requirement: willingness to work a traditional K–12 building-based schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: School (K–12 traditional building-based).
• Assignment period: 2026–2027 school year (start and end dates per district schedule).
• Position type: School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) role; supervision by a CCC-SLP required.
• Schedule: Traditional K–12 building-based schedule. Specific shift start and end times follow the school day schedule.
• Floating: May be required to cover multiple school buildings within the district as needed.

What You'll Do

• Provide therapy aligned with a supervising CCC-SLP's treatment plan to qualifying students across elementary, middle, or high school as assigned.
• Prepare materials, manage a therapy workspace, and implement age-appropriate interventions.
• Attend IEP and case management meetings under supervision and assist with printing and distribution of reports.
• Record accurate objective data and subjective treatment notes, and maintain compliant documentation according to district and state guidelines.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress.

Preferred

• Prior experience as an SLPA in schools, or prior clinical experience with pediatric or school-aged populations.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) for supervising clinicians.
• Comfort with varied caseloads and multitiered systems of support (MTSS) frameworks.

We Offer

• SLPA mentorship and clinical oversight by CCC-SLPs.
• Flexible scheduling options, including full- and part-time placements aligned to school calendars.
• Professional development opportunities and annual continuing education reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Standard employee benefits such as health, dental, vision options, company-paid life insurance, 401(k), and professional liability insurance where applicable.

Location Highlights

Summerville, SC combines a historic downtown, access to coastal recreation, and a suburban lifestyle within commuting distance to Charleston. The town features historic Azalea Park and Historic Downtown Summerville, both within a few minutes' drive of local schools. The area is approximately 25–30 miles from Folly Beach and 20–25 miles from downtown Charleston, offering coastal and cultural activities. Outdoor options include nearby Wannamaker County Park and Cypress Gardens, with travel routes to Francis Marion National Forest within a 30–60 minute drive for hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing. Transportation access includes I-26 and US-17 corridors for regional commuting and proximity to Charleston International Airport for occasional travel. The community suits clinicians seeking a suburban lifestyle with easy access to coastal and urban amenities.

Ready to Apply

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. Submit your credentials to be considered for the Summerville, SC school-based SLPA assignment for the 2026–2027 school year. A recruiter will follow up to confirm licensure requirements, supervision arrangements, and school-specific start dates.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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