School Speech-Language Pathologist: Empower Student Growth

Marana Unified District; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Marana Unified District is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide individualized speech and language therapy to students with special needs. The role focuses on creating an educational atmosphere and implementing an instructional program that maximizes learning while documenting progress.

The position requires Arizona certification in Speech-Language Pathology, a Master’s degree, and a valid IVP fingerprint clearance. A $2,000 CCC stipend is available, with a prorated 9-month contract.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited college/university.
• Valid Arizona Speech and Language Pathology certificate issued by the Arizona Department of Education.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare thorough and complete lesson plans and instruct students in accordance with established curriculum and student need.
• Assess student needs and performance. Develop, implement and evaluate speech therapy sessions, to include scheduled activities and materials. Modify instruction to meet the needs of each child.
• Implement a developmentally appropriate integrated curriculum design which emphasizes building meaningful content connections for the students.
• Establish a positive learning environment, prepare, deliver and respond with differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students.
• Uses and implements classroom management techniques to maintain organization, orderliness, student safety, and a productive learning environment.
• Plans instruction and implement instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students.
• Uses data to inform program effectiveness and student success. Document progress on student goals and share with families a minimum of quarterly.
• Use technology to enhance learning.
• Promote positive relations with parents through ongoing communication and conferences.
• Ensure parents and students are informed of methods of evaluation used in the classroom.

Skills

Speech-language pathology knowledge

IEP development

Communication skills

Classroom management

Data/documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Job description

Marana Unified District is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide individualized speech and language therapy to students with special needs. The role focuses on creating an educational atmosphere and implementing an instructional program that maximizes learning while documenting progress.

The position requires Arizona certification in Speech-Language Pathology, a Master’s degree, and a valid IVP fingerprint clearance. A $2,000 CCC stipend is available, with a prorated 9-month contract.