Position Type:
Student Support and Related Services/Speech and Language Pathology
Date Posted:
2/5/2026
Location:
Districtwide
Speech Language Pathologist 2026-2027
Cartwright School District's motto is "One Team, Una Familia!" which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are looking for self-motivated and experienced workers with the same dedication.
JOB GOAL
To identify and/or diagnose, remediate speech/language disorders that would have an impact on the educational experience of the students in the Cartwright School District.
QUALIFICATIONS
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A Current Arizona Certificate to practice as a speech/language pathologist.
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A degree in speech/language pathology from a nationally accredited college or university.
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Master's, CCC's preferred. Bachelor's considered.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
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To screen and/or identify speech/language disorders of referred students.
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To administer and interpret tests relating to articulation, fluency, voice, orofacial, neurological, cognitive and communication disorders.
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To assist in assessing, selecting and developing augmentative and alternative communication systems and providing training in the use of these systems.
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To plan and implement therapy programs based on assessments and student needs supporting the schools' educational goals.
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To enhance speech/language proficiency and communication effectiveness.
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To confer with teachers, parents and other staff whenever necessary.
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To maintain case records on all referred students.
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Engage in collaboration and provide leadership for speech/language related preventative interventions.
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To keep abreast of new developments in the field of speech/language pathology by seeking out professional learning opportunities.
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Make data driven decisions for all students.
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Supervise speech-language pathologist assistants when necessary.
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Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Director/Asst. Director of Special Services.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
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Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
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Knowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and procedures.
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Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.
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Monitoring and assisting children with activities.
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Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
REPORTS TO: Director and/or Assistant Director of Special Services
LOCATION: Special Service Department
SUPERVISES: NA
CALENDAR: 10 Month
JOB CATEGORY: Certified
BEGINNING SALARY: Certified Salary Schedule, As approved by the Governing Board
BENEFITS: As approved by the Governing Board
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until filled
