Seeking (2) two Speech and Language Pathologists for Chino Valley Unified School District for the 2026-2027 school year.  This is a full-time position with benefits.  The Chino Valley Unified School District is on a 4-day work week Monday through Thursday.  Salary below includes $16,500 from Classroom Site Fund.

 

  

TITLE: Speech & Language Pathologist                                  STATE CODE: 047

     

 

REPORTS TO:  Director of Exceptional Student Services        FSLA STATUS: Non-Exempt

 

 

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

 

• Supports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, teamwork, innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, ownership and a passion for working with youth.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under indirect supervision, the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) works with students to navigate challenges in speech, language, communication, and swallowing. You will be responsible for assessing individual needs and developing tailored treatment programs that foster growth, confidence, and functional improvement for every student.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assessment & Diagnosis: Identify and evaluate developmental speech and communication disorders, as well as swallowing difficulties resulting from congenital conditions or acquired injuries.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized therapy plans to meet specific student goals.
• Progress Monitoring: Maintain detailed records and reports, ensuring all procedural safeguards and HIPAA/confidentiality requirements are met.
• Collaboration & Training: Provide guidance and training to medical, nursing, and educational staff on speech therapy techniques and objectives.
• Resource Management: Manage supplies and equipment; ensure tools are maintained and sanitized in accordance with safety protocols.
• Safety: Adhere to all safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Adaptability: Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as needed to support student success.

 

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Clinical Insight: Proven ability to observe, assess, and document student symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex medical information and test results into "plain language" for families and caregivers.
• Compliance: Knowledge of accreditation, certification, and state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Judgment: Strong independent judgment skills and the ability to manage sensitive, confidential information with integrity.
• ASHA CCCs: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Bilingualism: Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Organization: Excellence in maintaining precise and timely student records.

 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Experience: At least 6 months of directly related experience (Clinical Fellowship Year candidates may be considered).
• Licensure: * State of Arizona Speech and Language Pathologist Certificate.
• Licensure from the Arizona Department of Health Services.
• IVP Fingerprint Card: Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to travel between school sites if assigned as an itinerant therapist.
• Ability to sit, stand, and move through classrooms frequently.
• Occasional lifting of therapeutic equipment or assisting with student positioning.

 

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

                                                Rarely         Occasionally       Routinely           Often

                                                (0-5%)               (6-25%)       (26-75%)        (over 75%)

Sitting                                       _____               __X__               _____               _____

Standing                                   _____               _____               __X__               _____

Bending/Stooping                     _____               __X__               _____               _____

Crawling/Kneeling                      __X__               _____               _____               _____

Climbing                                   __X__               _____               _____               _____

Pushing/Pulling                         __X__               _____               _____               _____

Lifting (Under 10 lbs.)                _____               __x___               _____               _____

Lifting (10 Lbs. Or more)            _____               __X__               _____               _____

Carrying (Under 10 lbs.)             __X__               _____               _____               _____

Carrying (10 lbs. or more)          _____               __X__               _____               _____

Reading documents for

general understanding               _____               _____                __X__               _____

Reading Documents for

analytical purposes or high

degree of accuracy                   _____               ______               __X___               _____

Viewing Video Terminals            _____               _____                __X___               _____

Other (Describe below)              _____               _____               _____               _____

Describe “Other”:  ______________________________________________________

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.    

 

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.

 

 

 

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NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: The Chino Valley  Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity and expression), age, disability, veteran or military status, religion, or genetic information in the admission or access to, treatment, or employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination may be referred to the District’s Compliance Officer at 928-636-2298.