We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered Speech-Language Pathologist to join our school-based team. This role supports students with communication needs by providing direct interventions, conducting evaluations, developing high-quality IEPs, and collaborating with staff and families to promote meaningful progress.

About Us:

GEO Academies is a national, non-profit network of open-enrollment, public charter schools committed to empowering students to accelerate their academic pathways, advance their social mobility, and achieve their career and lifelong goals. Our innovative and award-winning K-16 GEO Academies Model begins with personalized, competency-based learning and accelerates students into postsecondary immersion as early as 9th grade. GEO Academies students have the opportunity to earn a full college degree or career credential even before graduating from high school - at no cost to families.

REPORTS TO/TERM:

Regional Director of Exceptional Student Services

This is a part-time position scheduled to work 25 hours weekly 

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

Provides assessment and remediation services to students with speech impairments within the school setting.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students in accordance with IEP goals.
• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations, including screenings, formal assessments, and diagnostic reports aligned to Louisiana Bulletin 1508 guidelines.
• Develop, write, and update Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that reflect accurate data, present levels, measurable goals, and appropriate services.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations, timelines, and documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, families, and administrators to support student communication needs across school environments.
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, progress monitoring, and required professional development.
• Collect and analyze ongoing progress data and adjust therapy interventions as needed.
• Provide resources, strategies, and communication support to teachers to increase generalization of skills in the classroom.
•  Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by administration 

• Strong understanding of evidence-based speech-language interventions.
• Skilled in writing compliant, data-driven IEPs.
• Ability to complete evaluations and reports in alignment with state guidelines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads, timelines, and documentation efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.
• Current Louisiana SLP license or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience working in a school setting is a plus but not required.
• Valid ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred