Speech and Language Pathologist 26/27 SY

DISTRICT WIDE; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist to assess and support students’ speech and language needs. The role involves determining developmental levels, informing program development, and aiding in student placement decisions.

The position is a 190-day contract with duties including conducting IEP meetings, developing service plans, and collaborating with instructional staff. Licensure and clearances are required to ensure compliance and safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply assessment instruments and interpret results.
• Knowledge of relevant education codes and district policies.
• Capacity to develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Ability to work independently and with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess students’ speech and language needs to determine deficits and develop recommendations.
• Consult with teachers, parents, and professionals to plan services.
• Lead meetings (IEP conferences, parent meetings) to set goals.
• Instruct students to implement remediation goals for speech and language.
• Prepare evaluations, observations, progress notes, and communications for teams.
• Present information to stakeholders about treatment approaches and progress.
• Research resources and methods for appropriate speech services.
• Screen students to identify need for further assessment.
• Support other staff as needed to complete tasks.
• Attend site meetings and trainings for credential maintenance.

Skills

Assessment skills

IEP development

Communication with staff/parents

Time management

Education

Arizona Speech-Language Pathologist certificate

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

None

Job description

Speech and Language Pathologist 26/27 SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 5450480

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,855 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Description

Title: Speech and Language Pathologist

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 Day Contract. Related Service Salary Schedule Salary based on education and experience

SALARY:Appr oved Certified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

REPORTS TO: Director of Exceptional Student Services and Principals

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The job of "Speech /Language Pathologist" involves assessing students’ speech development level; providing information for program development and student placement; improving students’ performance; and providing information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel

• Assesses students’ communication skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice, etc.) for the purpose of determining their communication needs deficits and developing recommendations.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
• Facilitates meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students’ functional goals.
• Instructs students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations, and/or conveying information.
• Presents information on various topics related to area of professional expertise for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment tissues.
• Researches resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for students’ speech and language services.
• Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Skills to apply assessment instruments, interpret test data and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment instruments and their application, relevant education codes, state and district policies.
• Abilities to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan, work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students and community.
• Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation, and ability to sit for prolonged periods

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure for Speech Therapy Arizona Department of Education Certificate, Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card, Valid Driver’s License. Prior job experience preferred. Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email:[e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nathaly Montano , Recruitment Specialist
• DISTRICT OFFICE
• Maricopa, Arizona 85138
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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