Speech language pathologist (2026-2027 pool)

• *This is an ongoing, continuous opening for the 2026–2027 school year. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
• About this job:

Assesses and treats District students with language, pragmatics, articulation, functional communication, voice, and fluency disorders that impact educational learning. Works as part of the Special Education Team, identifying and serving students who may be eligible for Special Education Services in schools across all grade levels. Denver Public Schools SLPs must be willing and able to work at any school across the district, as well as in any of DPS’s partner facilities. Assignments are based on student needs, and SLP assignment preferences are considered when possible.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Competitive Teacher/SSP Compensation and Procomp Incentive plan, click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Salary Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• Please note: You must submit all relevant documentation via onboarding before the deadline (15 days after receiving your offer letter) for salary setting purposes. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
• Hard-to-Staff
• Incentive: Eligible employees can earn $100 per paycheck ($2,000 annually) for working full-time in designated hard-to-staff positions. This incentive is distributed over 20 paychecks, beginning with the September 22 paycheck and ending with the July 7 paycheck.
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• Incentive: Eligible employees can earn $100 per paycheck ($2,000 annually) for working full-time in designated hard-to-staff positions. This incentive is distributed over 20 paychecks, beginning with the September 22 paycheck and ending with the July 7 paycheck.
• What
• You'll Do: Utilize current assessment instruments to determine students’ skills and abilities in the areas of language, pragmatics, articulation, functional communication, voice, and fluency; provide interventions appropriate to each student’s age and learning needs. Gather and organize information to develop educationally based Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and ensure educational relevance when assessing and delivering services. Implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) initiatives. Employ a continuum of service delivery models in the least restrictive environment for students with disabilities. Follow compliance requirements related to federal and state mandates, as well as local policies, including IEP development, Medicaid billing, report writing, and treatment plan and therapy log documentation. Communicate evaluation results at meetings and interpret assessments. Use data-based decision-making practices, including gathering and interpreting student data to monitor progress and support student outcomes. Participate in extra-duty activities as outlined in the teachers' collective bargaining agreement (e.g., coaching, tutoring, summer programs), in accordance with Department of Labor laws.