Cabot Public Schools
Speech Language Pathologist (2026-2027 School Year)
Cabot Public Schools, Cabot, Arkansas, United States, 72023
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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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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