Speech Language Pathologist- Eval Only-School based

Lighthouse Therapy LLC

Speech Language Pathologist- Eval Only-School based

Chattanooga, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Lighthouse Therapy LLC is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to complete speech and language evaluations for preschool and school-age children in the school setting.

    This is an evaluation-only position with no ongoing therapy caseload, making it a great fit for an SLP who enjoys assessment, eligibility determination, and report writing.

    Responsibilities

    • Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and reevaluations for preschool and school-age students
    • Select, administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments
    • Evaluate articulation/phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, and pragmatic/social language as appropriate
    • Complete preschool and school-age evaluations in accordance with Tennessee special education requirements
    • Review educational, developmental, and therapy records
    • Gather parent and teacher input and complete observations as needed
    • Write clear, comprehensive evaluation reports
    • Participate in eligibility and evaluation meetings as needed
    • Collaborate with school teams regarding eligibility and educational impact
    • Complete evaluations and documentation within required timelines

    This position does not require carrying a therapy caseload.

    Required Qualifications

    • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
    • Current Tennessee Speech-Language Pathologist license
    • Current Tennessee Professional School Service Personnel License with the appropriate Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement
    • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
    • Strong assessment, diagnostic, and report-writing skills
    • Ability to independently manage evaluation timelines and documentation

    Preferred Experience

    • School-based speech-language evaluations
    • Preschool assessment
    • Tennessee special education eligibility criteria and procedures
    • Differential diagnosis of speech and language disorders

    Schedule

    This position offers flexibility and is specifically designed for an SLP interested in evaluation and assessment work without a traditional treatment caseload. Evaluation volume and scheduling may vary based on school needs.

    About Lighthouse Therapy LLC

    Lighthouse Therapy LLC is an SLP-owned company providing high-quality speech-language services to children in school settings. We value clinical judgment, professional autonomy, flexibility, and collaboration.

    If you enjoy the diagnostic side of speech-language pathology and would prefer to focus on testing rather than ongoing therapy, we would love to hear from you.

    Pay: $65.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • Flexible schedule
    • License reimbursement
    • Referral program