Speech-Language Pathologist - District-Wide - SY

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist - District-Wide - 26/27SY
Location: Odessa

Position Type:
Teaching/Professional Positions/Speech Therapist

Date Posted:
5/12/2026

Location:
District Office

Date Available:
26-27SY

Closing Date:
05/18/2026
Speech-Language RISE Pathologist - District-Wide

POSITION OVERVIEW
Under direction of the Building Principal, the Speech Language Pathologist plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community.

Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link:
Salary Scales

COMPLIANCE - LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / PERMIT
Failure to meet or maintain any of the licensing or certification

Minimum Qualifications listed further below in this job posting may result in the withdrawal of the job offer prior to employment or termination of employment if already hired. The district reserves the right to assess compliance at any time. If deficiencies are identified, employees may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Additionally, any misrepresentation or failure to disclose relevant information during the hiring process may be considered grounds for immediate rescission of the offer or termination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all the responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:

• Conduct speech and language diagnostic evaluations using standardized methods, informal observation, parent interviews and clinical judgement.
• Prepare Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and/or instructional plans according to each student's individual needs.
• Keep and maintain accurate and regular data, records, tests, reports, etc as required by Delaware Statutes and Policies, Federal Regulations, School Board Policy and IEP requirements to demonstrate student performance and progress.
• Consult and collaborate with teachers and staff in planning instruction and implementing functional communication systems and strategies within a small-group classroom setting.
• Integrate technology into instruction where appropriate.
• Establish and maintain good rapport and professional communication with students, school personnel and parents.
• Implement School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
• Work continuously toward self-improvement through district in-service training and active pursuit of professional development activities.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Student Services or building-level supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Below are the qualifications for this position:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid or eligible for State of Delaware license as a Speech/Language Pathologist
• Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Knowledge of IDEA and IEP implementation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

• Preferred:
  Transcripts to be reviewed/evaluated prior to submission of job application - this should be completed by a Department of Education approved professional organization (details listed in website link below);
  Please submit review/evaluation with job application submission items
• REQUIRED:
  When completing and submitting application, make sure you have answered all questions regarding international applicants
• REQUIRED:
  Review information as listed on State of Delaware's Department of Education DEEDS website regarding Non-U.S. Application Certification, see link below
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