Special Teacher: Speech Language Pathologist

State of Minnesota; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota's Mn State Academies in Faribault seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join the Student Support Services team for a ten-month school-calendar year position.

The role includes evaluating and treating communication disorders, IFSP/IEP development, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams. Licensure in Minnesota is required; ASL knowledge is preferred. Day shift, Monday–Friday, with occasional continuing education and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Minnesota SLP license or ability to obtain by start date.
• ASL knowledge preferred; willingness to learn ASL if needed.
• Experience with IFSP/IEP processes and state/federal due process.

Responsibilities

• Help students develop communication skills and confidence.
• Provide articulation, expressive and receptive language, pragmatics, and AAC interventions.
• Attend meetings and write IFSP/IEP goals based on evaluations.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams while maintaining confidentiality.
• Work with diverse learners using developmentally appropriate practices and assistive technology.

Skills

ASL willingness to learn

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Minnesota SLP license

Job description

• Working Title: Special Teacher: Speech Language Pathologist
• Job Class: Special Teacher: Masters Of Arts/Masters Of Science/5 Year + License
• Agency: Mn State Academies
• Job ID : 95506
• Location : Faribault
• Telework Eligible : No
• Full/Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 08/21/2026
• Closing Date : 09/04/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-SRS
• Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / Student Support Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $36.66 - $55.14 / hourly
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 215 - Residential Schools Education/Residen Sc
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
• Re-Posting : Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This is a ten month per year position; the work schedule follows the school calendar. Summer hours for IFSP services and 3 week s for ESY may be needed.

This position will function as the Speech-Language Pathologist at the Minnesota State Academies on both campuses (MSAB and MSAD).

Duties include:

• Helping students develop skills and confidence in communicating with other individuals
• Ability to provide individualized and group intervention addressing articulation, expressive and receptive language, pragmatic language, and alternative or augmentative communication needs
• Participate in the due process by attending meetings and writing IFSP outcomes and/or IEP goals and objectives based on evaluation results
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work effectively with students who present complex learning, communication, sensory, or behavioral needs, using evidence-based and developmentally appropriate practices
• Familiarity with assistive technology, alternative communication systems, and accommodations that support equitable access to communication and learning
• Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and experience supporting diverse learners and families

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Affairs or the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Current Minnesota Speech-Language Pathologist license through PELSB or ability to obtain license by the start date
• Prior proficiency or foundational knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) is highly preferred. Candidates without prior ASL knowledge must demonstrate a strong willingness and capability to learn ASL upon hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of speech and language development, speech and hearing science, and the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders
• Experience completing speech and language evaluations, writing reports, and participating in IFSP and IEP development in in compliance with state and federal due process requirements

Preferred Qua lifications

• Experience working with Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, DeafBlind, Blind, or Visually Impaired students, including students with additional disabilities
• Fluent or Advanced level proficiency in American Sign Language
• Experience providing services in specialized educational settings, including residential or statewide programs
• Experience providing consultative services to teachers and staff to support communication strategies across educational settings

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit, stand, walk throughout the workday

Additional Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.