TCH - Teacher - Special Education Speech Language Pathologist

TEACHER
TEACHER (SPECIAL EDUCATION SPEECH PATH SLP)
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Special Education Speech Path                   FLSA STATUS: Exempt 

REPORTS TO: Special Ed. Director or designee                            PAY GRADE: TCH

LOCATION: Assigned Building                                                        DAYS: 188 | CALENDAR B

                                                                                                        JOB ID & DATE: TCH-35 | June, 2026

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides evaluation, consultation, and therapeutic services to students with communication disorders that impact educational performance and access to educational programs. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates with families, educators, related service providers, and community agencies to identify communication needs and develop individualized supports that promote communication, language development, academic success, social interaction, and student independence. All employees of the district are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, utilize feedback to improve professional performance, and commit to championing the needs of our students.

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level Details

        Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

 

License / Certification Required

Must possess or qualify for a Colorado Special Services Provider License with a Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement.

Must maintain all professional licensure and certification requirements established by state and federal regulations.

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.

 

Work Experience Required

Experience providing school-based speech-language services.

Experience participating in multidisciplinary evaluation and eligibility processes.

Experience working with students with a variety of communication disorders and disabilities.

Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems preferred.

Experience collaborating with educational teams and families preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge of IDEA, ECEA, Section 504, FERPA, and special education service delivery requirements.
Knowledge of speech-language assessment tools, communication disorders, and evidence-based intervention strategies.
Strong consultation, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Regular attendance is essential.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

   Special Education Services

• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with IDEA, ECEA, and district requirements.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals and communicate progress to families and educational teams.
• Coordinate and participate in annual reviews, reevaluations, eligibility meetings, manifestation determinations, and transition planning activities as required.
• Collaborate with related service providers, general education staff, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Maintain accurate and legally compliant records, documentation, progress reports, and service logs.
• Support transition planning activities and postsecondary readiness goals for students as required by age and disability-related needs.
  
   

 Speech Services

• Provide direct and consultative speech-language services as identified within Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Develop and implement interventions that support speech, language, fluency, voice, social communication, and functional communication skills.
• Support student communication development across educational environments and activities.
• Provide services through individual, small-group, classroom-based, and consultative service delivery models as appropriate.
• Support student independence, self-advocacy, and participation through effective communication strategies.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to support communication growth and educational access.
• Conduct speech-language evaluations and develop recommendations regarding eligibility, programming, and services.
• Assess and support speech so