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Poudre School Distri 2025-26 Speech Language Specialist-Long Term Substitute-Integrated Services Department in Fort Collins, Colorado
Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting CO will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board here: *https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5563440*{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
Information specific to this position: This is a long-term substitute position covering a Speech Language Specialist beginning March 30, 2026 through the remainder of the school year.
*Percentage: 100% *
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Work calendar days: 188
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Duration of position: Remainder of school year (beginning 3/30/26)
Benefits include: PERA retirement
Will be paid the long-term substitute rate of $250.00/day
The substitute must have a valid Colorado SSP license.
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*SUMMARY: *
Responsible for assessing and providing therapy in the area of speech/language for students ranging from Kindergarten to 12th grade and providing instruction based on students' Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs).
*JOB TASKS: *
Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: a. Individual, measurable, long-term, and short-term objectives based on student identified needs. b. Effective working schedule.
Apply learning techniques to enhance/motivate students to meet IEP goals and objectives and evaluate student performance based on IEPs.
Maintain necessary documentation of student performance and write clear and concise diagnostic results.
Provide and maintain student involvement during instruction.
Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
Communicate students' progress and needs with parents and other staff as needed.
Collaborate: a. With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to improve student outcomes. b. With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
Participate in: a. Multi-disciplinary diagnostic and placement teams. b. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. c. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. d. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. e. Professional growth opportunities.
Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.
*EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED: *
• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Experience working with children identified with speech/language needs in a public education setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado Special Services license with Speech Language Specialist endorsement required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.
Questions regarding this posting can be directed to *talent@psdschools.org*{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}