Speech Language Pathologist (SY 26/27)

District; Arizona; On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District District in Rio Rico, Arizona seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate students, develop and implement therapy plans, and bill Medicaid for services. The role requires ADE-certified SLP with CCC credentials and a license, with travel between school sites as needed.

Starting July 1, 2026, the position is full-time and salary ranges from $61,800 to $81,087 per year. Applicants must meet state requirements and work in a district setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• 3 years of public school experience required or equivalent.
• Arizona SLP Certificate required.
• ASHA CCC Certification required.
• Arizona license required.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct speech therapy services.
• Arranges and supervises therapy plans.
• Prepares documentation for ADE requirements.
• Bills Medicaid for speech therapy services.
• Travel between school sites to consult with parents and teachers.
• Supervises SLP Assistants and paraprofessionals.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Clear communication

Multitasking

Customer service

MS Office

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA CCC Certification

Arizona SLP License

Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SY 26/27)

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

SUMMARY: Under basic supervision, evaluates students and determines the level of speech and/or language impairment. Develops and implements a therapy protocol to habilitate or rehabilitate the specific needs of the student.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides direct speech therapy services. Screens and evaluates students with communication difficulties.
• Arranges and supervises the implementation of therapy plans.
• Prepares documentation that complies with Arizona Department of Education (ADE) requirements.
• Bills Medicaid for speech therapy services provided.
• Travels among school sites to consult with parents, teachers, paraprofessionals, and other related service providers.
• Supervises Speech Language Assistants and Student Services paraprofessionals in cooperation with the Principal.
• Completes other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology; AND three (3) years of experience as a speech language pathologist in a public school setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Arizona Department of Education SLP Certificate
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence Certification.
• Arizona Speech Language Pathologist License.

Required Knowledge of:

• Researched-based therapeutic interventions in the field of speech language pathology.
• Various types and uses of augmentative communication devices.
• Federal and state laws affecting special education services and disability issues
• Governing Board, District and Department policies and procedures regarding identification, evaluation, placement, service structure and multi-disciplinary support.

Required Skills in:

• Working with a diverse student and staff population.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals in contact during the course of work; communicating clearly and concisely.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard software such as Microsoft Office and some specialized software; functioning standard office equipment.
• Assessing, prioritizing, and completing multiple tasks and demands simultaneously.
• Developing and administering speech therapy goals and programs.
• Practicing methods involved in providing quality customer service.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location in the course of the day as assigned

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $61,800 to $81,087 Per Year

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