2026-2027 Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathologist

Pay Grade: Certified Salary Schedule - FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Objective: The job of Speech and Language Pathologist is done for the purpose of identifying students with communication disabilities; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to minimize adverse impact on student success, and recommending treatment plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assesses students' communication skills for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students for the purpose of presenting evaluation results, developing treatment plans, and/or providing training to parents/students/staff.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Instructs assigned support staff for the purpose of providing information on communicative disorders, use of assistive devices and feeding techniques, and/or implementing prescribed treatment plans.
• Instructs eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
• Interprets medical reports within the scope of Speech/Language Pathologist's experience and goals for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and/or records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Performs site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing therapy and assistance as required.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Provides speech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success.
• Researches resources and methods for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' needs.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or referral as appropriate.
• Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Positions in this class typically require a Master's degree (or higher) in Speech and Communicative Disorders.

Licensing Requirements: Positions in this class typically require a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, Arizona Department of Education Speech Language Certification, ASHA Certification, and DHS Certification.

Knowledge: Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms and disorders; principles and practices of speech and language therapy; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.

Skills: Perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying assessment instruments; operating specialized equipment used in the treatment of communication disorders; operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; and, preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Ability: Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; utilizing specialized equipment in communication disorders; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data; maintaining effective working relationships; and, translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities.

Physical Requirements: Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Note: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.