Speech Language Pathologist 2026-2027

Speech Language Pathologist

Pinnacle Charter School is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join our K-12 Special Education Team. The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for providing comprehensive speech and language services to students with communication disorders. This role will involve assessments, individualized treatment plans, therapy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support student growth and success.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: K-12 Special Education Director

Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory position.

Application Deadline:

The application deadline for this posting has been extended to 4/06/2025.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, 10-month position. Salaries start at $62,262 and go up based on education and years of certified/licensed experience. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct screenings, assessments, and evaluations of students to determine the need for speech-language services.
• Analyze and interpret results to develop individualized treatment plans, goals, and recommendations.
• Provide individual and group therapy to students with communication disorders.
• Develop and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students who qualify for speech and language services.
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing input on student progress, goals, and recommendations.
• Track and document student progress through data collection and maintain records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to determine eligibility for special education services under IDEA.
• Stay informed about current best practices and legal requirements in speech-language pathology and special education.
• Maintain all necessary documentation for compliance with state and federal regulations
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the student population.

Additionally:

• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Maintain and deepen current educational learning on an ongoing basis.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Valid Colorado licensure or eligibility for certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate and communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator Demonstrated commitment to mission and vision of the school
• Creative and flexible in time of change
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including restorative justice practices
• Excellent organization skills.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions:

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students and colleagues.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid options for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• Colonial add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to three free counseling sessions!
• Paid Time Off
• PTO Days: 8/year

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!

About Pinnacle:

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO. For more information visit

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.

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