Speech Language Pathologist

Position Type: Teacher / Speech Language Pathologist

Date Posted: 2/18/2026

Location: Hopkins Public Schools

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do.

As an academically rigorous and human‑centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.

We seek educators and staff who are equity‑minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.

You are welcome  belong at Hopkins.

Provides a complete array of services to students with identified communication problems, including students whose primary disability is speech‑language impairment and students with other primary disabilities who have needs in the area of communication.

• Pre‑referral consultations to general and special education teachers.
• Case management for students with speech‑language impairments.
• Due process compliance, third‑party billing, program data collection, and funding reports.
• Prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, social communication, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Comprehensive initial and reevaluations for all types of communication disabilities.
• Oversight of standard‑referred IEPs and IIIPs (intervention supporting literacy and other standards).
• Direct intervention services to students in the least restrictive environment, including classroom‑based service.
• Indirect intervention and consultative services to teams, teachers, and parents.
• Other site‑based and special education duties, including support of district literacy goals.
• Promotion and support of the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff, fostering a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Education and Experience:

• MA degree

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Driver's license
• Minnesota teaching license in Speech‑Language Pathology

Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures
• Relevant and accurate resources and tools for speech language development
• Principles, practices, and ethical standards of speech language
• Laws, codes and regulations related to assignments
• Disabilities and accommodations
• Community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs
• Computer applications related to the work
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation

Required Skills:

• Evaluating speech levels and abilities
• Creating and administering individualized treatment plans
• Interpreting, and applying state and federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities
• Commitment to the District mission, ensuring high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful…