Special Teacher: Speech Language Pathologist

About the role

This position functions as the Speech-Language Pathologist at the Minnesota State Academies on both campuses (MSAB and MSAD).

Responsibilities

• Helping students develop skills and confidence in communicating with other individuals.
• Providing individualized and group intervention addressing articulation, expressive and receptive language, pragmatic language, and alternative or augmentative communication needs.
• Participating in the due process by attending meetings and writing IFSP outcomes and/or IEP goals and objectives based on evaluation results.
• Maintaining confidentiality and building positive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Working effectively with students who present complex learning, communication, sensory, or behavioral needs, using evidence-based and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Familiarity with assistive technology, alternative communication systems, and accommodations that support equitable access to communication and learning.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and experience supporting diverse learners and families.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Affairs or the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Current Minnesota Speech-Language Pathologist license through PELSB or ability to obtain license by the start date.
• Prior proficiency or foundational knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) is highly preferred. Candidates without prior ASL knowledge must demonstrate a strong willingness and capability to learn ASL upon hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of speech and language development, speech and hearing science, and the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders.
• Experience completing speech and language evaluations, writing reports, and participating in IFSP and IEP development in compliance with state and federal due process requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, DeafBlind, Blind, or Visually Impaired students, including students with additional disabilities.
• Fluent or Advanced level proficiency in American Sign Language.
• Experience providing services in specialized educational settings, including residential or statewide programs.
• Experience providing consultative services to teachers and staff to support communication strategies across educational settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance).
• Sit, stand, walk throughout the workday.