Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist Rio Rancho Public Schools Central Services - Special Services - Rio Rancho, New Mexico Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Rio Rancho Public Schools Job Details Job ID: 5942846 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description This job posting is for Short Term 2026-2027 school year RRPS Special Services Department 190-day contract Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. New Mexico License in Speech-Language Pathology from the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Board New Mexico License issued by the PED Ancillary and Support Services Skills and Abilities Knowledge of NM State and Federal laws governing Special Education and adherence to those laws. Maintain professional confidentiality and work collaboratively with peers. Work with District personnel and the general public in a professional manner. Essential Responsibilities Organizes and conducts identification program, i.e., screening and student assessments. Coordinates student’s therapy/treatment schedules in coordination with teaching staff and other related service providers. Referral to other related service providers and teachers if necessary. Evaluates and interprets speech and language testing and makes recommendations to aid in the educational planning for students with service needs. Provides direct and/or consultative services in an individual, small, or large group setting. Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service activities provided by the District and/or other professional growth activities. May serve as case manager for student who receive speech-language services as well as may participate in Student Assistant Teams (SAT) committee meetings. May perform Response to Intervention (RtI) tasks as well as provide recommendations for RtI tasks. Evaluates speech and language delays and disorders, including: selection, administration, and interpretation of appropriate evaluation materials and results. Analyzes and interprets findings for use in diagnosis and recommendations as well as reports findings, both verbally and in writing, to appropriate personnel, student and parents. Follows Federal, State and District guidelines and criteria for eligibility and service delivery. Plans and implements the clinical program which includes but is not limited to the management of a caseload, developing therapy schedules for students, develops measurable goals, modifies educational materials, develops a rapport with the teachers to develop and facilitate Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and evaluating student progress. Writes evaluation reports, progress reports, maintains records including Medicaid filing for eligible students. Participates in intra-school planning and communications through attending monthly meetings of the District speech-language pathologists. Performs other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor Work Hours: Work hours are established in employment contract. Additional work hours may be required as scheduled by School Principal. Application Procedure: The following documents must be attached to complete this application: One (1) transcript from each crediting college or university Copy of Professional License An Equal Opportunity employer Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Antoinette Nieto , Special Services Director Central Services - Special Services Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map #J-18808-Ljbffr