Speech and Language Therapist / Pathologist

Territorial Early Childhood Education Center; Chino Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Territorial Early Childhood Education Center, part of Chino Valley USD 51, seeks a Speech and Language Pathologist to deliver assessment and therapy for students with speech, language, or swallowing challenges. The clinician develops individualized treatment plans and collaborates with educators to support communication needs.

Responsibilities include evaluating developmental speech issues, documenting progress, and training staff in therapy techniques, while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Master's degree; at least 6 months of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• State of Arizona Speech and Language Pathologist Certificate
• Licensure from Arizona Department of Health

Responsibilities

• Identifying children's developmental speech and communication difficulties/disorders;
• Assessing/treating swallowing and communication difficulties which may arise from a variety of causes, e.g. congenital problems (such as cleft palate) or acquired disorders after a stroke or injury;
• Monitors patient progress throughout treatment; prepares and maintains records and reports as appropriate, ensuring adherence to procedural safeguards and confidentiality requirements.
• Participates in training medical and nursing personnel in speech and language therapy techniques and objectives.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment; cleans and repairs tools and equipment as required.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation

Assessment

Record keeping

Communication of results

Confidentiality

Infection control

Education

Master's degree

Arizona SLP Certificate

Arizona Health Licensure

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist / Pathologist

Chino Valley USD 51 Territorial Early Childhood Education Center - Chino Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Speech and Language Therapist / Pathologist Chino Valley USD 51 Territorial Early Childhood Education Center - Chino Valley, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Chino Valley Unified District

Job Details

Job ID: 5973249
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Speech and Language Pathologist STATE CODE: 047

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education FSLA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

• Supports the organization's mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, teamwork, innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, ownership and a passion for working with youth.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Under indirect supervision, Speech and language Pathologist (SLPs) work closely with students who have various levels of speech, communication or swallowing difficulties. The therapist assesses clients' needs and problems before developing individual treatment programs to enable each client to improve as much as possible.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifying children's developmental speech and communication difficulties/disorders;
• Assessing/treating swallowing and communication difficulties which may arise from a variety of causes, e.g. congenital problems (such as cleft palate) or acquired disorders after a stroke or injury;
• Monitors patient progress throughout treatment; prepares and maintains records and reports as appropriate, ensuring adherence to procedural safeguards and confidentiality requirements.
• Participates in training medical and nursing personnel in speech and language therapy techniques and objectives.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment; cleans and repairs tools and equipment as required.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the client.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to assess individual patient needs.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Knowledge of a range of therapy methods and techniques.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree; at least 6 months of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• State of Arizona Speech and Language Pathologist Certificate
• Licensure from Arizona Department of Health

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• None assigned
• Email: [e-mail]

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