Speech-Language Pathologist Lead (Manager)

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Anastasia Talent Group (ATG) is a U.S.-based talent acquisition and executive search firm connecting qualified professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We partner with organizations to recruit talent through targeted sourcing, thoughtful candidate evaluation, and a quality-focused hiring process.

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Position Overview

Anastasia Talent Group is representing an educational organization seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist Lead (Manager) to provide clinical leadership, supervise speech-language professionals, and oversee the delivery of speech and language services across a K–12 educational environment.

This position combines direct student services with departmental leadership and program management. The selected professional will oversee speech-language evaluations, service coordination, staff development, regulatory compliance, and program improvement while maintaining an active role in student therapy services.

Approximately 50% of the position is dedicated to direct student services, with the remaining responsibilities focused on leadership, supervision, and program oversight.

The ideal candidate is an experienced school-based Speech-Language Pathologist with strong clinical expertise, demonstrated supervisory experience, and a commitment to delivering inclusive, high-quality educational services.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

Program Leadership & Staff Management

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Speech-Language Pathology team members.

• Support recruitment, hiring, staffing, and supervision of speech-language professionals across the educational organization.

• Develop and maintain departmental procedures, clinical standards, and operational best practices.

• Oversee K–12 speech-language programming, including service delivery, caseload management, scheduling, and student referral processes.

• Collaborate with special education leadership to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Present departmental updates to educational leadership and governing boards.

• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment.

Speech-Language Assessment & Direct Services

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations to identify communication disorders and student needs.

• Provide individualized and small-group speech-language therapy using evidence-based interventions.

• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with student needs and educational goals.

• Support Individualized Education Program (IEP) development, implementation, and progress monitoring.

• Evaluate student progress through ongoing data collection and assessment.

• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support students' communication development.

• Provide guidance to educators on classroom strategies for students experiencing speech and language difficulties.

Compliance & Student Services Coordination

• Ensure speech-language services comply with applicable state and federal special education regulations.

• Monitor service delivery, documentation, and student progress reporting.

• Support referral, eligibility, and exit procedures for students receiving speech-language services.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.

• Complete applicable Medical Assistance billing documentation for eligible services.

• Coordinate speech-language interventions within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including Tier 2 and Tier 3 services.

Collaboration & Community Engagement

• Build productive relationships with educators, administrators, families, and community partners.

• Collaborate with special education leadership on program planning, staffing, and student support initiatives.

• Provide consultation and professional guidance to teachers and educational support personnel.

• Educate families regarding speech-language development, therapeutic goals, and strategies to support student progress.

• Support inclusive educational practices that address the needs of diverse student populations.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• Current state licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in educational settings.

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.

• Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or developing professional staff.

• Strong knowledge of special education laws, IEP procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Experience conducting speech-language assessments and providing direct therapeutic services.

• Demonstrated ability to manage clinical programming, service coordination, and student documentation.

• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Experience working effectively with diverse student populations.

• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to inclusive educational practices.

• Ability to work collaboratively with educators, families, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive student and organizational information.

• Ability to obtain required state and federal background clearance before beginning work with students.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are advantageous but not mandatory:

• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification.

• Experience implementing or supporting Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Experience developing or improving school-based speech-language programs.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual Salary: $85,000

This position offers the opportunity to combine clinical practice with meaningful program leadership and staff development in an educational environment.

Additional compensation and benefits information will be provided during the hiring process.

Work Environment and Schedule

• Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

• Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt

• Work Arrangement: On-Site

• Schedule: 12-Month Position

• Work Setting: K–12 Educational Environment

• Leadership Responsibilities: Speech-language program oversight and staff supervision

• Direct Services: Approximately 50% of working time dedicated to student services

• Transportation: Reliable transportation required.

The position involves working in educational and office environments, interacting with students, educators, families, and administrators.

The role may require periods of sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official application link associated with this posting.

Applicants should ensure their resumes accurately reflect their educational qualifications, professional licensure, school-based speech-language experience, and leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

Anastasia Talent Group will review applications for alignment with the position's requirements. Candidates whose qualifications match the opportunity may be contacted regarding next steps.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

Website: www.anastasiatalentgroup.com

Equal Opportunity Statement

Anastasia Talent Group is committed to a professional, respectful, and fair recruitment process. Candidate evaluations are based on job-related qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the position. We welcome qualified applicants without discrimination on any basis protected by applicable law.