We want YOU here!  

Transform lives through the power of communication as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the Sioux Falls School District! Join a dedicated team committed to empowering students through individualized speech therapy, innovative interventions, and meaningful communication strategies. In this role, you’ll work closely with students, families, and educators to break down communication barriers, build essential skills, and create opportunities for success. If you’re passionate about making a lasting impact, we’d love to have you on our team!

 REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

This position is in the Birth to Three program for the District. Primary duties include screening and evaluating children and providing direct services during home visits.

1. Provides speech and language therapy services on a district-wide basis as dictated by student needs.
2. Participates in identification, assessment, and IEP development for eligible students.
3. Prepares plans that correlate with specific instructional and IEP goals. When applicable, supports the integration of assistive technology or other augmentative communication systems to support communication.
4. Maintains student records regarding the referral, evaluation, and placement process in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
5. Complies with policies, operating procedures, requirements, and special education law.
6. Evaluates, selects, and modifies resources and speech therapy activities to support instructional activities and individual student needs.
7. Organizes materials used in therapy and maintains an inventory of materials and assessments.
8. Uses techniques to check understanding and progress of students at regular intervals.
9. Provides opportunities for students to assume responsibility and develop independence.
10. Respects and shows sensitivity to individual needs and concerns.
11. Recognizes individual and cultural diversity of all students.
12. Communicates effectively and professionally with parents and students.
13. Participates in parent conferences and communicates with parents on a routine basis.
14. Maintains the confidentiality of students and their families.
15. Establishes a climate of courtesy, respect, and inclusion that maintains positive rapport.
16. Communicates with colleagues in a professional manner and actively collaborates with teams to facilitate communication across settings.
17. Participates in school and District professional learning communities.
18. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Other duties may include, but not limited to, SLP-A supervision, CFY supervisor, Medicaid supervision/billing.

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $62,103 to $80,947 per year, based on experience. 

Please note, this is based on the 2025-2026 Speech Language Pathologist Salary Schedule. 

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months 

CALENDAR
2024-2025 New SFEA Calendar *

2025-2026 calendar coming soon!

*Birth to Three is a year round program. This position will have an additional 30 days added to the calendar during the summer months. 

Estimated Start: August 2025

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more) 

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing:  Dial 711, then the desired number 

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