Speech and Language Therapy Services
At all PHILLIPS Programs locations, speech and language therapy is provided by or under the supervision of a licensed speech pathologist. Services are delivered in accordance with a student’s individualized education plan (IEP) and can be provided in the form of individual, group, and/or consultation with individual student teams.
Speech and language pathologists assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders in children, youth, and adults.
Another important role of the speech-language pathologist is to identify and assess children at risk for reading and writing difficulties, provide phonological awareness intervention, and document reading and writing outcomes.
Our licensed speech pathologists collaborate with and train other school-based professionals and parents to help facilitate students’ academic, communication, and social skills in the educational environment.
If you are a student seeking an internship or a recent college graduate wanting to make a difference in the lives of students, their families, and your colleagues, check out PHILLIPS Programs' open positions today.
AREAS OF NEED FREQUENTLY ADDRESSED BY SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY SERVICES AT PHILLIPS:
Challenges decoding written words and spelling
Difficulty understanding others or sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings
Difficulty connecting language to what is read or heard
Difficulty forming a complete sentence, using incorrect grammar, and confused word order
Difficulty producing speech sounds correctly or fluently
Impaired memory skills and/or difficulty with word-finding
Impaired social communication skills
Limited vocabulary and/or difficulty defining and describing
Difficulty organizing thoughts, paying attention, planning, and/or problem-solving
THE PHILLIPS PROGRAMS SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT IS COMPRISED OF LICENSED SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS WITH CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING IN THE FOLLOWING:
ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Behavior Management
Auditory Processing Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Developmental Language Delays and Disorders
Developmental Verbal Dyspraxia
Language-Based Reading Disorders
Pragmatic Language Disorder
Phonological Awareness Disorder
Sensory Integration Dysfunction
Everything we do at PHILLIPS Programs is focused on our students' growth and success. If you are a licensed speech pathologist searching for a meaningful career opportunity in the metro-DC area, take a look at our open positions and competitive benefits package.