Speech Language Pathologist

Minga Education Group; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Paid leave

Job summary

Minga Education Group is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist in Colorado to support inclusive, data-driven student services. This role involves conducting evaluations, developing IEP goals, and providing therapy both in-person and remotely.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers and families, ensuring compliance and responsive instruction to meet the needs of students with disabilities. A master’s degree and a valid SLP license are required, along with experience in school settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology with valid state SLP license required.
• Ongoing professional development in communication practices and inclusive education is necessary.
• Experience in school-based speech-language services and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language evaluations and develop IEP goals.
• Provide direct and indirect therapy targeting communication skills.
• Collaborate with educators and families to support communication needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural responsiveness

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Valid state SLP license

Tools

AAC systems

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (Colorado Resident) – State-Wide

Location: State-wide (Colorado resident)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Exceptional Student Services

Work Hours/Days: Full‑time or Part‑time based on student enrollment and special education service needs. Caseload expectations will align with FTE assignment in accordance with state and federal special education guidelines.

Wage: $70,000–$95,000 per annum. Compensation prorated based on FTE assignment.

Benefits: Benefit eligibility based on FTE status. Employees working 30+ hours per week eligible for full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k, and paid leave. Employees working <30 hours receive paid sick leave.

Job Function

The Speech‑Language Pathologist supports the development of inclusive, data‑driven student services by partnering with school leaders, SSPs, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to provide high‑quality and compliant communication services to qualifying students. This role strengthens MTSS/RTI frameworks, trauma‑informed practices, SEL‑aligned communication supports, and inclusive instructional practices, while ensuring compliance and cultural responsiveness in speech‑language assessment and special education systems. The SLP provides communication assessment, consultation, and intervention services to support the academic, social‑emotional, and functional needs of students with disabilities. Through collaborative problem‑solving, targeted professional learning, and team‑based planning, the SLP helps educators and families implement effective communication supports across school environments, including services for students with 504 plans, gifted education needs, and multilingual learners. The SLP is a key member of multidisciplinary evaluation and IEP teams, with some remote assessment and consultation.

Core Responsibilities

Assessment, Evaluation & Compliance

• Conduct speech‑language evaluations for special education eligibility, including articulation, language, fluency, voice, and social communication.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary evaluations and provide diagnostic information aligned with IDEA and state requirements.
• Develop IEP goals, service plans, progress monitoring systems, and required documentation.
• Support AAC evaluations and assistive technology decision‑making.

Intervention & Direct Student Support

• Provide direct and indirect therapy (in‑person and remote) targeting communication skills that support academic access and social participation.
• Implement evidence‑based interventions for expressive/receptive language, pragmatic language, articulation, and fluency.
• Support generalization of communication skills across school environments through classroom‑embedded strategies.

Collaboration, Inclusive Practices & Teaming

• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, psychologists, OTs, PTs, and families to support communication needs across settings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, eligibility determinations, and IEP development.
• Promote inclusive practices such as UDL, accommodations, and communication supports embedded in instruction.
• Provide family‑centered communication strategies to support carryover at home.

Data‑Based Decision Making & Progress Monitoring

• Use assessment and progress‑monitoring data to guide therapy planning and adjust interventions.
• Support teams in interpreting communication data to inform instructional and behavioral supports.
• Maintain accurate service logs, progress reports, and compliance documentation.

Professional Learning & Staff Support

• Provide training to staff on communication strategies, AAC use, language development, and accommodations.
• Offer consultation to support consistent implementation of communication supports across environments.
• Provide family education on communication development and home‑based strategies.

Qualifications

Education & Training

• Master's degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Valid state SLP license and/or CDE Special Services Provider license.
• Training in AAC, autism supports, language‑based learning needs, and culturally responsive assessment.
• Ongoing professional development in evidence‑based communication practices, SEL, and inclusive education.

Experience

• Experience providing school‑based speech‑language services to students with disabilities.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting diverse learners.
• Experience with AAC systems, autism supports, and language‑based interventions.
• Experience providing remote therapy or consultation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and school‑based service delivery.
• Skill in conducting standardized and functional communication assessments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and service providers.
• Strong communication, cultural responsiveness, and documentation skills.
• Ability to support AAC implementation and communication accommodations across settings.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed in a classroom setting.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Salary: $70,000–$95,000 per year