26 - Speech Language Pathologist (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams. SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The primary responsibility of the Speech Language Pathologist is to screen, evaluate, and identify eligible students for speech and language services; design and implement appropriate intervention strategies; collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule. Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers, etc.

Requirements

Valid Colorado Special Services License with a Speech/Language Pathologist endorsement
Master's Degree
American Speech and Hearing Association assessment certification or willing to obtain appropriate ASHA certificate
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
Thorough understanding of the principles and practices surrounding speech/language and hearing pathology
Knowledge of the state education code as it applies to general education and the specific accountability of this position.
Knowledge of treatment documentation methods and privacy requirements for data
Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes
Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions
Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities
Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills
Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus
Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community
Ability to demonstrate the communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student
Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player"
Ability to be flexible

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a public school setting

Responsibilities

Screen, evaluate and identify eligible students for speech and language services
Design and implement appropriate intervention strategies, including a broad array of service delivery model including application of technology
Provide information relative to communication disorders to students, parents, teachers and others as appropriate
Collaborate with teachers and parents regarding program content and intervention services
Collect student performance data and establish and maintain a daily schedule
Monitor the effectiveness of the intervention
Implement requirements of Federal and State regulations
Maintain records and reports required by District, State and Federal agencies
Cooperate with various agencies in referring and providing appropriate reciprocal services
Analyze and forecast need for services
Provide services either directly or through consultation as listed on the students IEP
Write IEP goals and objectives as necessary for the student on an IEP who has speech and language disabilities
Train, schedule, and direct assigned assistants to maximize delivery of services
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by ESS Administration