2026-27 Speech Language Specialist-Integrated Services Department

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Fort Collins, Colorado, is looking for a qualified Speech/Language Pathologist to assess and provide therapy for students from Kindergarten to 12th grade. Responsibilities include developing individualized plans based on students' needs and maintaining documentation of progress. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology and have a valid Colorado Special Services license. The position may involve collaborating with teachers and engaging with families to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required. Experience in public education preferred.
• Ability to adapt support based on student needs.
• Commitment to student diversity and family engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide speech/language therapy for K-12 students.
• Develop and implement individual objectives based on IEPs.
• Monitor and communicate student progress to parents and staff.

Skills

Speech/Language Pathology

Student assessment

Collaboration with teachers

Documentation of student performance

CPR and First Aid certifications

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Valid Colorado Special Services license

Job description

Overview

Responsible for assessing and providing therapy in the area of speech/language for students ranging from Kindergarten to 12th grade and providing instruction based on students' Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).

Job Tasks

• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Individual, measurable, long-term, and short-term objectives based on student identified needs. b. Effective working schedule.
• Apply learning techniques to enhance/motivate students to meet IEP goals and objectives and evaluate student performance based on IEPs.
• Maintain necessary documentation of student performance and write clear and concise diagnostic results.
• Provide and maintain student involvement during instruction.
• Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Communicate students\' progress and needs with parents and other staff as needed.
• Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to improve student outcomes. b. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in: a. Multi-disciplinary diagnostic and placement teams. b. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. c. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. d. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. e. Professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licenses Required

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Experience working with children identified with speech/language needs in a public education setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado Special Services license with Speech Language Specialist endorsement required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail]