ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SPEECH PATHOLOGIST .4FTE (2 DAYS/WEEK) WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY

Derby Public Schools; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid parental leave

ASHA stipend

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Derby Public Schools seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in special education to support the IEP team at Wineteer Elementary. You will address communication disorders affecting learning, contribute to goal setting, and provide direct services to students with speech/language needs.

Responsibilities include collaboration with teachers and families, following Kansas education guidelines, and participating in district-wide CE opportunities. ASHA CCC holders receive an annual stipend.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current Speech Language Pathology license issued by the Kansas Department for aging and Disability Services on file in the Central Office.
• A demonstrated commitment to career development and life-long learning.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to staff members and parents in the development of a balanced program for communication.
• Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language delays/disorders.
• Participate in development of goals and strategies for educational improvement.
• Provide any assigned paraprofessional with appropriate direction, supervision and evaluation.
• Ensure that all activities conform to state and district guidelines.
• Ensure that all activities adhere to the professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• Work effectively with community organizations and outside agencies.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the mission and philosophy of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed SLP in Kansas

Commitment to career development

Job description

Job Title

Special Education Services/Speech and Language Pathologist

Job Information

• Date Posted: 4/8/2026
• Location: Wineteer Elementary
• Date Available: 2026-2027
• Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Salary

Salary is based on experience and education: $50,003- $85,354

The regular teacher contract is currently 184.5 days.

Employee Benefits

Employee benefits include uncategorized PTO, paid parental leave and we accept PDC for salary placement.

You can find a copy of our salary schedule starting on page 8 of the Certified Employee Master Contract handbook.

See the 2026 Benefit Guide for more information on health insurance, supplemental Insurances, And Other Benefits Our Staff Are Eligible For.

SLP’s who hold ASHA Certification (CCC) receive an annual stipend.

The district also provides continuing education opportunities.

Purpose

Speech-language pathologist will work with the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team to help resolve communication disorders including the mechanical aspects of speech production, phonation, attention/memory, articulation and language processing that interfere with the individual student's ability to derive benefit from the district's educational program.

Reporting To

Director of Special Services and Building Administrator

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
• Current Speech Language Pathology license issued by the Kansas Department for aging and Disability Services on file in the Central Office.
• A demonstrated commitment to career development and life-long learning.

Essential Functions

• Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
• Serve as a resource to staff members and parents in the development of a balanced program for communication.
• Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language delays/disorders.
• Participate in development of goals and strategies for educational improvement.
• Provide any assigned paraprofessional with appropriate direction, supervision and evaluation.
• Ensure that all activities conform to state and district guidelines.
• Ensure that all activities adhere to the professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
• Work effectively with community organizations and outside agencies.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the mission and philosophy of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions

• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally requires the ability to move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.
• Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities

• C nduct an assessment and diagnosis of speech, language, cognitive-communication, oral motor/swallowing skills so that appropriate interventions can be designed.
• Provide a therapeutic program to meet individual needs of speech/language students.
• Assist teachers and parents in developing an appropriate individual education plan for students.
• Ensure that Kansas State Board of Education guidelines for Special Education are met.
• Participate in the screening, preassessment, identification, placement, follow-up and reviews of students progress.
• Provide appropriate information to students and families regarding community agencies and services available to them.
• Collaborate all providers so that the communication system can be implemented or utilized in all aspects of the student's day.
• Assist with public awareness activities that lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
• Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum adaptations/modifications and approp