Speech Language Pathologist, LCS-EC

Date: October 2, 2026

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Exceptional Children Department

Terms of Contract: 10 months, full-time, benefit eligible

Reports To: Chief of Exceptional Children's Services

Monthly Salary: North Carolina State Salary Schedule (plus local supplement)

FLSA: Exempt

Qualifications/Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited Speech/Language Pathology program

Possess a certificate of clinical competence in speech/language pathology granted ASHA

Current license as a Speech/Language Pathologist in the state(s) of practice (or temporary licensure if beginning clinical fellowship year in NC)

Ability to contribute as a team member and ability to work independently

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level

Goal: To assist students with special communicative needs working collaboratively with school personnel to accomplish speech-language goals and objectives.

Duties:

Follow all rules, policies and procedures of Lincoln County Schools including state and federal regulations and IDEA

Conduct screening and evaluations, obtain diagnostic information, analyze information and make recommendations regarding special education programs and related services

Develop individual education plans (IEP0 for eligible speech-language students in collaboration with the classroom teacher, parent, LEA representative and other pertinent professionals

Plan speech-language therapy and use appropriate diagnostic tools and therapy techniques to support the curriculum

Team with support specialists, teachers, and other school personnel in the delivery of services; plan, conduct, and assist in staff development activities

Provide appropriate information on an informal or formal basis regarding speech, language, and hearing programs and services

Organize the school program, cooperate with others to accomplish its goals, coordinate program services with other student services, and maintain records in accordance with established rules, regulations, and ethical standards

Maintain Medicaid billing profiles and therapy notes on all Medicaid eligible students using the designated billing service for the district

Provide consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies to enhance the learning and adjustment of students

Make recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services

Assist in the planning, development, and evaluation of programs to meet the identified learning and adjustment needs of students

Participate in continuing education and growth activities related to speech-language-hearing and education and continually seek to improve professional knowledge and skills

Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff

Perform related duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director of Exceptional Children and/or principal

Must be able to perform heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of forces frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects

Other duties as assigned

Application Deadline: Position Open Until Filled

Position Available: October 2, 2026

Application Process: All candidates are required to complete an on-line application via Applicant Tracking. Please go to the Lincoln County Schools website ( www.lincoln.k12.nc.us ) , select EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES , and APPLICANT TRACKING to begin the process. Questions should be addressed to the contact person below.

Kimberly Davis, Chief of Exceptional Children’s Services

[email protected]

Lincoln County Schools

PO Box 400

Lincolnton, NC 28093

Phone: 704-732-2261

Fax: 704-736-4251

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