Speech and Language Pathologist (PreK-8th Grade)

Speech and Language Pathologist (PreK-8th Grade)

This posting is for a position during the 2025-2026 school year which will start in August 2025.

Must-Haves- High-priority skills and qualities

• Engages in culturally responsive, equitable, and anti-racist practices
• Continuously reflects, grows, and develops professional practice
• Makes decisions aligned with the SLLIS Mission, Values, and Purpose
• Believes in the capacity of each child to achieve at high levels
• Cultivates a collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused culture
• Approaches all situations with an asset-based and growth mindset
• Develops and uses effective organization systems
• Communicates in a proactive, timely, and effective manner

Minimum Qualifications

• Missouri speech and language pathologist certification or eligibility for certification
• Advanced degree in speech-language pathology, communication disorders, or closely related field
• Near native fluency in spoken and written English

Nice-to-Haves- Skills and qualities that are a plus but not necessarily a requirement

• Employment experience in K-8th grade setting
• Strong data tracking and interpretation habits
• Solid understanding of academic and behavioral strategies for students with various needs
• Fluency in spoken and written French, Mandarin or Spanish

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate, research-based scaffolds and differentiates instruction
• Implements Individualized Education Plans and student goals
• Collects and analyzes data, and uses it to drive decisions
• Collect and analyzes data to track IEP goal progress to drive intervention planning
• Implements Individualized Education Plans and student goals
• Maintains student records; prepares reports on student performance; prepares other reports as requested.
• Consult with colleagues, supervisors, and other professionals regarding the special education and general education needs of individual students.

• Serves as a resource to school staff and families in the development of a balanced program for communication and speech-language development.
• Assists and guides teachers/parents in observing, describing and referring students with suspected and/or identified speech-language problems.
• Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of articulation, voice, fluency, and language.
• Provides screening to specified grade levels at regular intervals to identify speech and/or language-impaired children.

Compensation and Benefits

SLLIS is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We honor the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of everyone. Critical to our mission is creating a just, equitable and inclusive school, St. Louis community, and world. As such, we strive to maintain a compensation system free from inequities while uplifting the unique experiences of our staff.

We use a total rewards system thereby ensuring our compensation and benefits program takes a holistic approach. The compensation system at SLLIS is transparent, equitable, sustainable, and competitive in relation to the local educational market in which we serve. It offers fair and predictable compensation to ensure SLLIS is retaining top talent.

The annual salary for this position is competitive and rages from $44,900 - $71,185. Our salaries are well-above market rate: SLLIS salaries are higher than 97% of public schools in Missouri. Your salary would be based on the highest postsecondary degree you have obtained and the number of years of experience you have. SLLIS also offers the following:

• FREE Compressive health care package (medical, dental, vision, short disability and life insurance)
• Reduced cost buy up options too!

• College tuition rewards program for dependents

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs

• St. Louis Public School Retirement System Contributor and optional 403b

• Supply reimbursements and a staff laptop to use

• 12 PTO days per year, plus no work in June or July!

• Other paid time off includes: one week for Thanksgiving break, two weeks for winter break, one week off for Spring break, and all major U.S. holidays. This averages 25 days per year.

• Paid parental leave for new parents

• Individualized coaching and support

• Leadership opportunities to help staff meet their career goals

Our Mission

St. Louis Language Immersion School provides a bilingual, culturally responsive, transformational education that enriches the children of St. Louis city.

Our Purpose

To dismantle systems of oppression by creating a just, equitable and inclusive school, St. Louis community, and world.

Our Values

• Provide an accessible and rigorous bilingual education
• Listen to and engage all voices
• Commit to equity, anti-racism and cultural competency
• Reflect on and respond to data throughout our school
• Celebrate mission moments, both big and small

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview for the position, but all applications will be thoroughly reviewed. SLLIS has a multi-stage hiring process which includes a phone screening interview, an interview with our Talent Committee and a final interview with our administration team.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

SLLIS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The St. Louis Language Immersion School will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to creating a just, equitable and inclusive school, St. Louis community, and world. We actively encourage all qualified applicants to apply.