Early Childhood Special Services Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title:
Explore 2026 Early Childhood Special Services Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Grade: Based on CBA Side Letter and  Salary Schedule

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Building Administrator

This hiring process aligns with the Specialized Instructional School Personnel (SISP) Side Letter (Summer 2025) and may be subject to change based on the collective bargaining process for the SISP Side Letter (Summer 2026), once completed. We will follow up if any adjustments that impact the information below are made, as applicable. In addition, student enrollment and needs of the District may also impact staffing needs.

Note: Eligible employees, as defined by the SISPCBA , who filled out the intent form, do not need to apply through the 2026 Explore job posting.

Explore Positions
Explore (Seated) - June 1st - 26th

Explore 2026 Sites (Explore Site, Feeder Sites, Tier
- Start/End Times):
Will be staffed based on programming needs.

Compensation: Refer to CBA Side Letters and  Salary Schedule.

First consideration will be given to eligible bargaining unit employees (for the unit to which the employee belongs) who can commit to the full session (20 days for seated) and training day(s) of Explore. Preference shall then continue to be given to all other eligible bargaining unit employees. The next consideration will be provided to other qualified district employees. External applicants will be considered thereafter.

The Explore Special Services Educator K-12 – Explore Summer Program will deliver and provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for developing student success in academics and/or skills; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; collaborating with teachers, professional staff and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

• Administers subject specific assignments to teach the course listed in the contract following prescribed curriculum guides for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes and achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Participates in a Summer School Orientation meeting (TBA) at assigned Summer School site and weekly building meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform the job’s functions.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited program, required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of job related experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

• Missouri Board of Healing Arts licensure in Speech Language Pathology, required.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, preferred.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License, with evidence of insurability.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; standard business practices, teaching strategies; working with families; and stages of child development.
• Knowledge of algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information; write technical materials; and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and administering personnel…