Special Education Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Tucson, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Special Education Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Tucson, AZ (85745)
Assignment Type: Contract | Local or Travel
Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Duration: 15 Weeks
Compensation: $85 – $90 per hour

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Special Education Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an exciting job in Tucson, AZ.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language, communication, and related disorders

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with IDEA guidelines

• Provide direct therapy services in individual and group settings

• Address articulation, language, fluency, voice, social communication, and AAC needs as appropriate

• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, audiologists, and multidisciplinary team members

• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, evaluations, and billing records (if applicable)

• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and team meetings

• Provide consultation and strategies to staff and families to support communication across settings

• Adapt therapy approaches to support students with hearing loss, visual impairments, and other disabilities

• Ensure compliance with school policies, ethical standards, and professional guidelines

• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive educational environment

• Participate in ongoing professional development and required training

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Experience & Skills:

• Experience providing speech-language services in a school or pediatric setting

• Strong understanding of speech and language development and related disorders

• Knowledge of special education laws, IEP processes, and compliance standards

• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse needs and abilities

• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Professional, flexible, and student-focused approach

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or visually impaired

• School-based or special education experience

• Familiarity with AAC systems and assistive technology

Education & Licensure Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

• Current Arizona SLP license (or eligibility to obtain)

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred or Clinical Fellowship eligible

For more details contact at pmohanty@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-806-4227.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.