Speech Language Pathologist 2026-2027

Special School District of St. Louis County; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

PTO days

Employee assistance program

Health spending account

Job summary

Special School District Saint Louis County is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year. The position supports students with communication disorders, delivering assessments and interventions to help them access general and special education.

SLPs work the 10-month school calendar, serving one or more locations as assigned, with competitive benefits including insurance, paid time off, holidays and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in communication disorders required.
• Speech-language teaching experience in schools or other comparable settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and provide intervention to support students' speech and language development.
• Develop individualized plans based on each student’s needs.
• Deliver services within school hours and across assigned locations.

Education

Master’s degree in communication disorders

Job description

Special School District Saint Louis County *DISTRICT WIDE - St. Louis, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Speech Language Pathologist 2026-2027

This job is also posted in Special School District of St. Louis County Missouri

Job Details

Job ID: 5465063
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Dec 10, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist

JOB DESCRIPTION LINK

Special School District (SSD) speech-language pathologists (SLPs) champion our mission by fostering the development of students’ speech and language skills, ensuring all have access to general and special education. As an SLP, your assessment and intervention services will empower students with communication disorders or delays to realize their full learning potential. SLPs are committed to developing the individualized plans required by each student in their care and prioritize accessibility and inclusive practice.

SLPs work during school hours, are generously compensated, and receive benefits, including insurance, paid time off and holidays, access to staff health clinics, and more. SLPs can serve single or multiple schools, depending upon their assignment.

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.

Salary

• $55,635 - $83,250/year based on education and experience

Experience & Education

• Master’s degree in communication disorders required.
• Speech/language teaching experience in schools or other comparable settings preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Missouri licensure in Speech Pathology or SPCH/LANG SPCL K-12 required

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location(s)

Benefits

• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $55,635 to $83,250 Annually
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant

Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Student Services > Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Special School District Human Resources
• 12110 Clayton Road
• Town & Country, Missouri 63131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]