Speech Language Pathologist (26-27 School Year)

Speech Language Pathologist (26-27 School Year) Fort Smith Public Schools

DISTRICT WIDE

- Fort Smith, Arkansas This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed, and Fort Smith Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5569708

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description •Out of state applicants please provide Arkansas Department of Education's verification of provisional licensure eligibility• Check out our interview process here.

POSITION TITLE

Speech Language Pathologist (26-27 School Year)

FLSA:

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Director of Special Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

A full contract for this position is 190 days, with benefits as specified in employee contract. Contract will be prorated based on actual start date.

LOCATION

District Wide

QUALIFICATIONS

Meet AR licensure requirements.

BEGINNING

26-27 School Year

DISTRICT VALUES

We will always put student needs first. We believe relationships matter. We expect accountability. We operate with transparency. We prioritize student and staff safety.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Work with students in a school setting to assess, diagnose, and treat speech and language disorders. Assist students to develop better communication skills, overcome language barriers, and improve their ability to express themselves. Assesses students' speech, language, and communication skills to identify areas of concern or disorder. Develop individualized treatment plans to help students improve their communication skills, based on the results of the assessment. Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to deliver therapy and monitor progress. Collaborate with teachers and other professionals. Work closely with teachers, other school staff, and parents to ensure that the student's needs are met and progress is monitored. Keep detailed records of assessments, therapy sessions, progress reports, and other relevant information. Maintain confidentiality. Attend school meetings such as IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meetings to contribute to the development of plans and goals for students. Keep up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field through continuing education courses and professional development opportunities. Attends meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors, including after school faculty meetings Carries out duty as assigned, including after school or before school duties Maintain emotional control under stress. Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with others Maintains prompt and regular attendance Other duties as assigned. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Must have the ability to lift at least 20 pounds occasionally. Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting, and kneeling. Check out our interview process here. Explore the Fort Smith Public Schools website to learn how our district is right for you! See Salary Schedule For our salary schedule, click this link to visit our district website. If seeing this posting on a job site, please apply here https://fortsmithschools.schoolspring.com/ if interested.

Position Type:

Full-Time