26-27 Speech Language Pathologist

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026 Job Description The Laurel School District is seeking qualified applicants for a full‑time position of Speech Language Pathologist, beginning the 2026‑2027 school year. Salary Range: $43,675.00‑$90,205.00 (Salary is dependent on years of experience and educational level). This position is part of the Certified Bargaining Agreement and placement on the salary matrix will be limited to ten years of service/experience. Qualifications Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited college/university. Current Montana Speech Pathologist License on file in the Central Office. Desire to continue career improvement. Valid driver’s license and vehicle. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Essential Functions Essential Functions: Assist in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students. Ensure that all activities conform to district and state guidelines. Conduct screening of kindergarten along with referrals in compliance with child‑find regulations following a disability referral. Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the student’s communication skills and summarize the data for presentation at the Child Study Team meeting. Determine, in cooperation with the Child Study Team and using data from the comprehensive assessment, eligibility and need for placement in special education services. Develop and participate in the IEP process. Provide individual students and/or groups of students with appropriate speech, aural rehabilitation, and/or language therapy to remediate communication disorders (including receptive and expressive language, articulation, voice, fluency, and hearing impairment; ages 3‑21 years). May provide consultation/information for the regular classroom teacher and other school personnel about speech/language. Assist with district‑wide preschool screening/evaluations. Develop and maintain appropriate records. Additional Functions Additional Functions: Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community. Work effectively with community organizations. Appropriately operate all equipment as required. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned. Support the value of an education. Support the philosophy and vision of the school district. Must work in noisy and crowded environments. Application Deadline Application Deadline: Open until filled Contact Information To apply for this position, please go to , click on the Employment button. For questions, call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applicants must have a complete application before they will be considered for the position. A complete application includes all questions answered, job history, at least two references (one reference must be from a supervisor). Resume, cover letter, and a copy of unofficial transcript(s) are acceptable and required for teaching and professional positions. Verification of military service is required if applying for veterans’ preference. All applicants offered a position are subject to a background check and approval from the Board of Trustees. Internal candidates (current employees) would only be required to complete the internal application and any required documentation that they do not have on file. LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 & 7-70 IS AN E.E.O. EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education