School Based Speech Language Pathologist

Join Pediatric Developmental Services as a School Based Speech Language Pathologist in Saint Marys, St. Mary's County, where you'll deliver clinical services that reshape how children communicate and connect in a full-time, school-based position.

Role Overview

As a School Based Speech Language Pathologist with Pediatric Developmental Services, you'll provide direct therapeutic intervention to school-age students within an educational setting. This full-time role merges clinical expertise with the distinct satisfaction of working embedded in a school community—where your assessment, planning, and treatment directly support academic achievement, peer relationships, and student confidence. You'll work with children during formative developmental periods, applying evidence-based strategies to address speech, language, fluency, and swallowing concerns.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech and language evaluations to identify communication disorders and establish baseline functioning
• Design and deliver individualized speech-language intervention aligned with IEP and 504 plan objectives
• Partner with classroom teachers, special educators, and school staff to embed communication strategies across the academic day
• Track student progress through systematic data collection and modify treatment methods to optimize outcomes
• Document clinical findings, treatment sessions, and recommendations in compliance with school and regulatory standards
• Consult with families on home reinforcement strategies and progress updates
• Participate in IEP meetings, screenings, and school-based collaborative planning

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited graduate program
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Active Maryland Speech-Language Pathology license
• Proven experience evaluating and treating children with diverse communication needs
• Proficiency in clinical assessment tools, treatment planning, and pediatric intervention techniques
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with families, educators, and interdisciplinary teams

Why Join Pediatric Developmental Services

Pediatric Developmental Services prioritizes an environment where clinicians find meaning and sustainability in their work. This position offers genuine impact within your school community alongside the work-life balance that sustains long-term career satisfaction. You'll practice within a team that values clinical excellence, supports ongoing professional growth, and serves families who recognize the power of quality speech-language pathology services in their children's development.

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