Speech Language Pathologist (.50 FTE)

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027
Position Type: Exempt
New Employee: 191 days/year
FTE: .50
Benefits Eligible: Yes. The Districts contribution is prorated based on the employees FTE.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The speech language pathologist will assess and provide intervention to ensure student success and promote an exemplary educational program which fosters achievement for all students. Develop and promote good relations among community and school clientele.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure team understanding of speech-language needs of students.
• Work with the team to optimize student success.
• Utilize diagnostic assessments to assess and provide intervention services to students who exhibit communication disorders that impact achievement and social functioning behavior (including articulation receptive/expressive language auditory processing fluency voice written language and literacy).
• Monitor progress toward Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
• Assess and provide intervention to English language learners.
• Create a learning environment characterized by effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g. procedures instructional groups transition materials and supplies).
• Apply various intervention models (push-in or pull-out).
• Implement knowledge of content area teaching methodologies learning styles and educational research related to students of all levels and abilities.
• Design develop and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources within the speech-language field to maximize learning in context and develop knowledge skills and attitudes aligned with 21st Century learning.
• Utilize phonemic awareness and literacy interventions (multi-sensory reading reading comprehension etc.).
• Use assessment data for evaluation and refinement of instructional practices.
• When appropriate provide small group and individualized services to all levels (cognitive delay autism learning disabled emotionally disabled and speech-language eligible students).
• Provide quality accurate constructive corrective specific and timely feedback to students to encourage them to perform at their highest level.
• Effectively communicate with parents and regular education staff about communication disorders at IEP meetings and conferences.
• Utilize technology and/or other avenues to communicate with stakeholders (e.g. website podcasts).
• Establish student staff and parental rapport to enable a proactive response to potential problems.
• Teach monitor and collaborate with educational personnel community agencies parents and students to increase understanding of the students speech and language needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of normal and deviant development of receptive expressive and pragmatic language articulation fluency and voice.
• Participate in continuing education for professional development to ensure practices are consistent with best practices.
• Use professional literature evidence-based research and continuing education content to make practice decisions.
• Use professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice.
• Notify the Principal and Director of Student Services of any failure to implement the requirements of assigned students IEPs.
• Maintain student records and Medicaid documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision of support personnel involves conducting supervisory duties in accordance with the organizations policies and relevant laws. These responsibilities may include but are not limited to participating in interviews providing training and development opportunities assigning and directing work offering performance feedback and addressing complaints to resolve issues.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Manage and maintain inventory of equipment and assessments.
• Project needs for budget planning.
• Maintain clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards state guidelines and school system policy.
• Review services for improvements and make changes as needed to ensure quality of services.

The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology.
English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process and licensure.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Drivers License.
Valid Colorado Special Services License Speech-Language Pathologist endorsed.
Hold an active National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Health First Colorado (Colorados Medicaid program) account and provide NPI and Health First Colorado account information to the District Medicaid Coordinator.
Current ASHA Certification (preferred).

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds.
Frequent sitting bending walking and standing.
Occasional bending stooping walking standing kneeling squatting and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO:
Principal and Executive Director of Student Services.

LOCATION:
Clayton Elementary School

SALARY:
Salary placement from $53464 to $103027 based upon education experience and Master Agreement. Current Salary Schedule posted atSalary Schedules - Englewood Schools. Per the Negotiated Agreement Special Service Providerswill be granted outside experience for state agency or private clinical or hospital employment only if they were appropriately licensed and half or more of their primary responsibilities involved pre-kindergarten through 12th grade-aged students or other relevant work that specifically translates to a connection with the serviced student population in the addition Special Service Providers will receive an annual stipend in the amount of $1000 paid in the last paycheck of the school year for obtaining and maintaining certification as outlined in Article 7.6 of theNegotiated Agreement.

BENEFITS:
At Englewood Schools we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO) medical dental and vision insurance and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k) 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) critical illness cancer and accidents offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the Districts website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Per the negotiated agreement all licensed staff that start after student first day are addition any teacher who enters into an Employment Contract with the District for at least a half-time but less than a full-time teaching position shall receive the same proportion of the fringe benefits described in Article 9.1 through 9.4 above as the percentage of such contract bears to a full-time contract.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 5/3/2026.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 the Americans with Disabilities Act the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students employees applicants for employment or members of the public on the basis of disability race creed color sex sexual orientation marital status gender identity gender expression religion national origin ancestry family composition or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment if it rises to the level described in state law is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator 4101 S. Bannock St. Englewood CO 80110 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 1244 North Speer Blvd. Suite 310 Denver CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 950 17th St. Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission 1560 Broadway Suite 825 Denver CO 80202.