Speech Language Pathologist, Newton Middle School

Position Type:
Special Education Licensed/Speech/Language Pathologist

Date Posted:
5/18/2026

Location:
Newton Middle School

Closing Date:
05/25/2026
Speech Language Pathologist, Newton Middle School - 1.0 FTE

"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in school settings on a transdisciplinary team.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility and time management skills a must.
• Case management responsibilities, basic computer skills, knowledge of Special Education policies and procedures required.
• Completed a minimum of 100 clock hours of school field experiences supervised by a certified Speech Language Pathologist.
• At least one year of experience working with students with special needs preferred.

EDUCATION, REGISTRATIONS,TRAINING OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.

• Eligible to hold a CDE Speech/Language Assistant authorization certificate.
• CPR/First Aid certifications are preferred.
• Nationally recognized crisis prevention training preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication or Disorders/Speech Sciences or successful completion of a School Speech Language Pathology Assistant program from an institution whose program meets or exceeds recommended guidelines established by the American Speech/Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

STARTING SALARY RANGE : ( Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE )
WORK YEAR : 187 contract days ( district educator calendar )
FTE : 1.0

NOTE: While you may look up your estimated salary on the linked salary schedule, updates for the 2026-2027 school year are contingent upon negotiated increases that are approved by the LPS Board of Education in the summer season. Additionally, know that these salary values are based on a 1.0 FTE working 187 contract days.


BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: