Speech Language Pathologist

2026-11-03

Santa Rosa County District Schools ( SRCDS ) is soliciting proposals for qualified Speech - Language service providers to fulfill contract speech language pathologist services . Services include Speech Language Pathologist ( SLP ), Speech Language Pathologist Assistant ( SLPA ), and Speech Language Pathologist ( SLP ) Diagnostician . The requested number of positions listed in this solicitation are accurate at the time of publication , based on current need , and are subject to change during the school year . Florida State Board Education Rule 6A - 4 . 0176 , Florda Administrative Code refers to the Certifications and Licensure options for providing Speech and Language services in Florida Schools . The practice of “ speechlanguage pathology ” in the school setting as defined as : the nonmedical application of principles , methods , and procedures for measurement , assessment , prediction , counseling , or instruction related to the development and disorders of speech , voice , language , or oral , pharyngeal and laryngeal sensorimotor competencies for the purpose of preventing , assessing , treating , remediation , or modifying such disorders and conditions in individuals and groups of individuals . Considerations : SLPs can hold either a Department of Education certificate or a Department of Health license . School - based SLPs are not required to follow a physician ' s orders to provide services . SLPAs must hold a Department of Health license . School based SLPs evaluate and treat disorders of articulation , fluency , voice , receptive and expressive language in the domains of listening , speaking , reading , and writing including the area of phonological awareness as well as pragmatic language skills which include social interactions . School based SLPAs treat disorders of articulation , fluency , voice , receptive and expressive language in the domains of listening , speaking , reading , and writing including the area of phonological awareness as well as pragmatic language skills which include social interactions under the guidance and direction of licensed school based SLPs . School based SLPAs may participate in observation and assessment of speech and language skills only if specifically trained and deemed competent to do so by the designated supervising SLP in accordance with Florida Department of Health rules and regulations . The school based SLPA shall not offer interpretation of observations , assessments , or therapy progress without guidance , training , and direction from the supervising SLP ; the supervising SLP must always sign off on any official documentation of observations , assessments , or therapy services provided by the SLPA . The process for educational SLP services follows State and District regulations regarding eligibility which includes the MTSS ( Multi - Tiered System of Support ) process / Response to Intervention ( RtI ) for the Language Impaired program . SLPs in the educational arena must look at the educational impact that the deficit / disorder presents to decide eligibility for school services from the SLP . Materials used by the therapist shall relate to the curriculum and / or standards to maximize classroom performance . Collaboration is vital to a school based SLP ’ s job as it ties in all stakeholders that center around the student ( parent , teacher ( s ), related service providers if needed ) to optimize student success outside of the therapy room . Therapy services focus on accessing the curriculum and decreasing educational impact . Service delivery can be in class ( push - in ), pullout ( small group or one - on - one ), virtual ( via virtual platform ), hybrid ( combination of virtual and on - site services ), collaborative ( in concert with the classroom teacher ), or consultative ( indirect service in discussion with the teacher , parent , family , or student ). The school based SLP works with a team to create an Individual Education Plan ( IEP ) for each student ’ s goals / objectives which takes into account the State educational standards as well as developmental stages to ensure the student has access to a Free and Appropriate Public Education ( FAPE ). School - based SLPs and SLPAs are expected to document speech / language therapy sessions using the district ’ s digital documentation platform . SLP diagnosticians are expected to document speech / language evaluations using the district ’ s digital documentation platform . The digital documentation platform serves as the district ’ s Medicaid billing platform . Digital documentation including Medicaid billing is expected to occur within 48 hours of service . Supervising SLPs must approve all digital documentation provided by SLPAs . Communication , organization , and time management skills are critical to a school based SLP ’ s , SLPA ’ s , and SLP diagnostician ’ s success . Services to be Provided : Speech – Language Pathologist ( SLP ) minimum requirements : A Master ’ s degree in Speech - Language Pathology , Communication Disorders , or related field from an accredited educational institution , andPossess a current Florida Department of Health Speech - Language Pathologist license or Florida Teaching Certificate ( certification area : Speech Language Impaired ). A Certificate of Clinical Competence ( CCC ) from ASHA , preferred . One ( 1 ) year of experience in an educational setting , preferred . Speech - Language Pathologist ( SLP ) responsibilities : Collaborate with school personnel , such as teachers , psychologists , and other related service personnel to meet the needs of all students . Participate in Multi - Tiered System Support ( MTSS ) to identify and support appropriate interventions targeting language concerns . Observe students in the educational environment , administer formal and informal speech / language assessments based on individual student needs , and prepare observation or evaluation summary and reports in a timely fashion . Analyze and interpret information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech / language services . Develop Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance ( PLAAFPs ), Goals and Objectives , and Service Minutes recommendations for Individual Education Plans ( IEPs ) within district timelines . Include plan of care elements required to bill Medicaid in the ‘ Effects of the Exceptionality / Disability ’ section of each student ’ s IEP . Report progress towards goals using the district ’ s progress monitoring platform as required by state law and referenced in each student ’ s IEP . Serve as a member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings . Communicate effectively with school personnel and parents . This will include thirty ( 30 ) days notice informing School Principal , Program Facilitator , and Director of ESE of replacement of part - time or full - time employee ( s ). Select and implement speech / language evidence - based practices which support the goals and objectives in speech and language therapy services . Use a variety of equipment , materials , devices , and aids . Manage the facilities , materials and equipment , including assistive technology , necessary to the delivery of services . Adjust speech - language intervention strategies based upon student performance . Abide by ASHA and Santa Rosa County District Schools professional codes of ethics . Demonstrate awareness of professional performance in due process matters and litigious environments . Schedule speech - language services using a variety of service delivery models , including classroom consultation , professional collaboration , virtual sessions , hybrid sessions ( both face - to face and virtual ), and pull - out as appropriate to meet each student ’ s needs in the least restrictive environment . Develop , provide , and follow schedules for assigned schools and inform School Principal , Program Facilitator , contractor , and Director of ESE of departure from schedule . Maintain records of the speech - language program , prepare progress reports , complete digital data documentation , and bill for Medicaid services to be monitored by the contract manager of Santa Rosa County District , Student Services Medicaid compliance staff , and Director of ESE Services periodically or as problems arise . District staff , including but not limited to the contract manager and SLP diagnosticians , will review digital data documentation quarterly or more frequently as needed . Complete digital documentation using the district - approved platform for Medical Billing using SLP data collection information within 48 hours of scheduled services . Participate in professional learning activities as appropriate ( ex . District - sponsored SLP monthly in - service , CEU offerings , program - specific trainings , etc ) to engage in professional growth and continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills . Participate in specified beginning of the year school safety videos and any other required district trainings to perform duties in accordance with district guidelines . Participate in quarterly review of data and job performance with contractor and / or district ; may be done more frequently as needed . Offer SLPA supervision under the direction of the SRC contract manager and in accordance with FL Department of Health rules and regulations for SLPA supervision . Utilize the best practice delivery of service strategies as noted by the SRC Evaluation System employing the Marzano Model . Establish and maintain a positive , organized , and safe environment for students . Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate , timely reporting action as required by state law . Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with students ’ families and teachers . Provide functional suggestions to families and teachers regarding the student ’ s therapy program and communication needs to encourage carryover of skills outside of the therapy setting . Communicate effectively , both orally and in writing , with other professionals , students , parents , and community agencies . Comply with District , State , and Federal policies , procedures , and programs . Support school and district goals and priorities . Speech - Language Pathologist Assistant ( SLPA ) minimum requirements : A Bachelor ’ s degree in Speech - Language Pathology , Communication Disorders , or related field from an accredited educational institution , orA Bachelor ’ s degree in Education or any other field from an accredited educational institution and completion of a graduate certificate or ‘ bridge ’ program for Speech - Language Pathology , andPossess a current Florida Department of Health Speech - Language Pathologist Assistant licenseOne ( 1 ) year of experience in an educational setting , preferred . Speech - Language Pathologist Assistant ( SLPA ) responsibilities : Submit timesheet in accordance with contractor policies . Communicate effectively with school personnel and parents . This will include thirty ( 30 ) days notice informing School Principal , Program Facilitator , and Director of ESE of replacement of part - time or full - time employee ( s ). Collaborate with school personnel , such as teachers , psychologists , and other related service personnel to meet the needs of all students . Assist SLP supervisor in selecting speech / language evidence - based practices which support the goals and objectives ; implement EBP speech and language therapy services under the direction and guidance of the SLP supervisor . Use a variety of equipment , materials , devices , and aids . Manage the facilities , materials and equipment , including assistive technology , necessary to the delivery of services . Discuss adjustment of speech - language intervention strategies based upon student performance in a timely manner . Report progress towards goals using the district ’ s progress monitoring platform as required by state law and referenced in each student ’ s IEP [ pending supervisor approval in accordance with SLPA state rules / regulations ]. Observe students in the educational environment , administer formal and informal speech / language assessments based on individual student needs [ pending supervisor approval in accordance with SLPA state rules / regulations ], and prepare observation or evaluation summary and reports in a timely fashion . Schedule speech - language services using a variety of service delivery models , including classroom consultation , professional collaboration , virtual sessions , hybrid sessions ( both face - to face and virtual ), and pull - out as appropriate to meet each student ’ s needs in the least restrictive environment . Develop , provide , and follow schedules for assigned schools and inform School Principal , Program Facilitator , contractor , and Director of ESE of departure from schedule . Maintain records of the speech - language program , prepare progress reports [ pending supervisor approval in accordance with SLPA state rules / regulations ], complete digital data documentation , and bill for Medicaid services to be monitored by SLP supervisor , the contract manager of Santa Rosa County District , Student Services Medicaid compliance staff , and Director of ESE Services periodically or as problems arise . District staff , including but not limited to the SLP supervisor , the contract manager , and SLP diagnosticians , will review digital data documentation quarterly or more frequently as needed . Complete digital documentation using the district - approved platform for Medical Billing using SLP data collection information within 48 hours of scheduled services . Participate in professional learning activities as appropriate ( ex . District - sponsored SLP monthly in - service , CEU offerings , program - specific trainings , etc ) to engage in professional growth and continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills . Participate in specified beginning of the year school safety videos and any other required district trainings to perform duties in accordance with district guidelines . Participate in quarterly review of data and job performance with contractor and / or district ; may be done more frequently as needed . Utilize the best practice delivery of service strategies as noted by the SRC Evaluation System employing the Marzano Model . Establish and maintain a positive , organized , and safe environment for students . Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate , timely reporting action as required by state law . Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with students ’ families and teachers . Communicate effectively , both orally and in writing , with SLP supervisor , school staff , students , and parents . Comply with District , State , and Federal policies , procedures , and programs . Support school and district goals and priorities . Speech - Language Pathologist ( SLP ) Diagnostician minimum requirements : A Master ’ s degree in Speech - Language Pathology , Communication Disorders , or related field from an accredited educational institution , andPossess a current Florida Department of Health Speech - Language Pathologist license or Florida Teaching Certificate ( certification area : Speech Language Impaired ). A Certificate of Clinical Competence ( CCC ) from ASHA , preferred . Five ( 5 ) years of experience in an educational setting , preferred . Speech - Language Pathologist ( SLP ) Diagnostician responsibilities : Collaborate with school personnel , such as teachers , psychologists , and other related service personnel to meet the needs of all students . Participate in Multi - Tiered System Support ( MTSS ) to identify and support appropriate interventions targeting language concerns . Participate in all pre - referral and referral procedures as required by district policies and state / federal laws . Observe students in the educational environment , administer formal and informal speech / language assessments based on individual student needs , and prepare observation or evaluation reports in a timely fashion . Analyze and interpret information to make recommendations or assist others in making recommendations regarding the need for speech / language services . Assist school teams in the development of Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance ( PLAAFPs ), Goals and Objectives , and Service Minutes recommendations forIndividual Education Plans ( IEPs ) within district timelines and in accordance with district policies and requirements of plan of care elements for Medicaid billing . f . Assist school teams in reporting progress towards goals using the district ’ s progress monitoring platform as required by state law and referenced in each student ’ s IEP . Serve as a member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings as needed or requested by school or district staff . Communicate effectively with school personnel and parents . This will include thirty ( 30 ) days notice informing School Principal , Program Facilitator , and Director of ESE of replacement of part - time or full - time employee ( s ). Select and implement speech / language evidence - based practices which support the goals and objectives in speech and language therapy services . Use a variety of equipment , materials , devices , and aids . Manage the facilities , materials and equipment , including assistive technology , necessary for the assessment or delivery of services . Assist school teams in adjusting speech - language intervention strategies based upon student performance . Abide by ASHA and Santa Rosa County District Schools professional codes of ethics . Demonstrate awareness of professional performance in due process matters and litigious environments . Schedule speech - language services and evaluations using a variety of service delivery and assessment models , including classroom consultation , professional collaboration , virtual sessions , hybrid sessions ( both face - to face and virtual ), and pull - out as appropriate to evaluate and meet each student ’ s needs in the least restrictive environment . Develop , provide , and follow schedules for assigned schools and inform School Principal , Program Facilitator , contractor , and Director of ESE of departure from schedule . Assist school teams in maintaining records of the speech - language program , preparing progress reports , completing digital data documentation , and billing for Medicaid services to be monitored by the contract manager of Santa Rosa County District , Student Services Medicaid compliance staff , and Director of ESE Services periodically or as problems arise . District staff , including but not limited to the contract manager and SLP diagnosticians , will review digital data documentation quarterly or more frequently as needed . Complete digital documentation using the district - approved platform for Medical Billing using SLP data collection information or evaluation procedures within 48 hours of scheduled services . Participate in professional learning activities as appropriate ( ex . District - sponsored SLP monthly in - service , CEU offerings , program - specific trainings , etc ) to engage in professional growth and continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills . Participate in SLP diagnostician / leadership professional learning community ( PLC ) in accordance with district guidelines and procedures . Participate in specified beginning of the year school safety videos and any other required district trainings to perform duties in accordance with district guidelines . Participate in quarterly review of data and job performance with contractor and / or district ; may be done more frequently as needed . Offer SLPA supervision under the direction of the SRC contract manager and in accordance with FL Department of Health rules and regulations for SLPA supervision . Utilize the best practice delivery of service strategies as noted by the SRC Evaluation System employing the Marzano Model . Establish and maintain a positive , organized , and safe environment for students . Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate , timely reporting action as required by state law . Establish and maintain positive collaborative relationships with students ’ families and teachers . Provide functional suggestions to families and teachers regarding the student ’ s therapy program and communication needs to encourage carryover of skills outside of the therapy setting . Communicate effectively , both orally and in writing , with other professionals , students , parents , and community agencies . Participate in district - level SLP leadership team , offering mentorship to school - based teams , preparing and delivering professional development at monthly SLP meetings , and coordinating with school and district staff to address student needs . Collaborate closely with the SLP diagnostician team and SLP Program Facilitator to address issues that may arise related to prereferral activities , assessment / evaluation , eligibility concerns , IEP development , service provision , therapy documentation / Medicaid billing , or staff concerns . Problem solving , mentoring , and offering guidance to school teams in accordance with school and district policies and procedures as well as state and federal rules and regulations . Fulfill any other duties or needs as assigned by the SLP Program Facilitator and / or the ESE director including but not limited to spot therapy coverage [ eg : extended SLP absence , maternity leave , SLP resignation ], drafting IEPs , attending eligibility and / or IEP meetings , offering recommendations and guidance to MTSS or IEP teams , facilitating professional learning for school and district staff , and communicating with families , staff , and students in a professional and timely manner . Comply with District , State , and Federal policies , procedures , and programs . Support school and district goals and priorities . Extraordinary SituationsThere may be times that extraordinary situations occur in which up to forty ( 40 ) hours are needed to include covering the hospital / homebound services , compensatory service delivery , or other specialized duties assigned by the ESE director . CertificationSLPs and SLP diagnosticians must have a current Florida Department of Health Speech - Language Pathology license or a Florida Department of Education Certificate ( certification area : Speech Language Impaired ). SLPs and SLP diagnosticians must show proof of malpractice insurance upon written request from the School District . SLPAs must have a current Florida Department of Health Speech - Language Pathology Assistant license . ReferencesProvide a minimum of three ( 3 ) references from clients ( either past or present ) for whom Proposer ’ s firm has provided Speech - Language Pathology or Audiology Services . References shall include , at a minimum , client and / or School District ’ s name and address , contact name , contact telephone number and scope of services provided by Proposer . PricingProvide pricing structure and information with profit listed as a separate line item . A breakdown of pricing per service , to include cost to employee , overhead , stipends , benefits , cost of living increase rates . Provide pricing guarantee and penalties for missed service . ( i . e . missed service , no provider assigned , missing documentation , not adhering to 30 day notice ) Provide pricing for training days when student services aren ’ t provided . ( i . e . summer training , quarterly training ) In the event a position becomes vacant , SRCDS will not be billed for vacant position . When a position becomes vacant , the contractor will ensure that replacement is provided within forty - eight ( 48 ) hours to ensure minimal loss of service . See more

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