Speech Language Pathologist

About the Organization

ACCEL International Inc. Saudi for Education provides a wide range of educational, therapeutic, behavioral, and vocational services for people with special needs and developmental disabilities. The organization’s mission is to help each individual build the skills needed for a meaningful, independent, and dignified life.

Launched in September 2019 through a partnership between ACCEL International and Saudi Aramco, the center has become a leading initiative in Saudi Arabia focused on delivering high-quality therapeutic and learning support to children with developmental disabilities.

Role Overview

The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate, plan, and deliver speech and language therapy services for students, with a focus on communication development, social interaction, literacy support, and functional participation in the classroom and at home.

Core Responsibilities

• Identify students who may have difficulties with speech, language, communication, feeding, or swallowing, and decide when additional assessment or referral is needed.
• Carry out thorough assessments of speech, language, communication, and social communication abilities using methods appropriate to the student’s culture and language background.
• Determine whether Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools or devices are needed and what type would be most suitable.
• Create tailored therapy plans that address speech and language needs, social communication, literacy, self-regulation, and interaction skills that help students take part in the mainstream curriculum.
• Design home intervention plans and guide families on how to support progress outside the classroom.
• Provide direct speech and language therapy and keep detailed, accurate records of student development.
• Partner with teachers and the multidisciplinary IEP team to plan and implement educational and therapeutic support.
• Work alongside teachers in interdisciplinary classroom settings to promote student achievement.
• Advise students and families on communication concerns and provide training, guidance, and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Language Pathology from a recognized accredited institution, with experience in healthcare and/or school environments.
• A current license to practice issued by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
• At least five years of clinical and/or educational experience in Speech Language Pathology, working with children and adolescents aged 3 to 18 years.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory.

Preferred Background

• Professional certification from a recognized speech and language association, such as ASHA.
• Training or certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Hands-on experience with assistive technology and AAC solutions.

Additional Information

This is a full-time onsite role based in Al Ahsa, Eastern, Saudi Arabia.