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Cabot Public Schools

Speech Language Pathologist (2026-2027 School Year)

Cabot Public Schools, Cabot, Arkansas, United States, 72023

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Position Summary To plan and provide direct therapy to students with speech, voice, language, or communication disorders, while assessing students and providing therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with students' ability to derive full benefit from the educational program.

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

Implement the speech-language/hearing services within building(s) assigned in keeping with district, state, and federal guidelines

Assume responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed supplies

Process speech-language/hearing screening programs as prescribed by state law and district policy

Evaluate and assess students with speech-language disorders to determine goals

Conduct regularly scheduled therapy for students as needed

Plan and implement the Individual Education Plan (IEP) as part of the transdisciplinary team

Provide information and assistance to teachers and other appropriate staff through such activities as consultation and in‑service education

Maintain accurate files and paperwork for the individual students referred, screened, and/or receiving therapy or other school‑provided services

Attend and/or conduct eligibility reviews and IEP meetings

Complete IEP, testing, and assessment paperwork for students in a timely manner to comply with state and federal laws and regulations and district policies

Assess students with speech or language disorders and determine eligibility for services

Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech-language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP)

Participate in the IEP committee regarding interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with speech and/or language disorders according to district procedures

Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy services

Report student progress to parent(s) or guardian(s)

Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve oral skills of students

Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in the identification and understanding of students with communication deficits

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, ADE rules and regulations, and the local school board policies

Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students

Articulate the district's mission and goals in the area of speech-language therapy to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission

Adhere to all policies of the District and the Arkansas Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the building administrator and other central office administrators, as designated by the Superintendent

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders

Skill in the use of tests and measurements for assessing speech-language disorders

Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others

Ability to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as needed

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form with students, parents and stakeholders

Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, staff, and stakeholders

Certification/License

Must have Speech Language Pathology endorsement on teaching certificate

Master's degree from an accredited Speech‑Language Pathology or Communication Disorders Program required

Successful completion of all required Praxis Exams

Valid Arkansas Speech Language Pathologist license granted by the Arkansas Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

Successful completion of all background checks

School Year 2026/2027

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Contract Days 190

Salary Certified Teacher Salary Schedule

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Primary and Secondary Education

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