SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST – BIRTH TO AGE 3
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER - SPECIAL EDUCATION
CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,500 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.
Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master’s degree.
A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent”, and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.
Job Details
Title: Speech and Language Pathologist – Birth to Age 3
Location: Early Childhood Center - Special Education
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: As soon as possible
Work Days: 12 month position
Job Description
Early Intervention for students birth through age three is a vital and important role of the Early Childhood Special Education team. The Birth-3 Speech and Language Pathologist is a key member of the Birth-3 intervention team for consultation, services and collaboration with families and the 3-5 team.
This role serves as the Primary Service Provider for students with primary language or articulation needs and as a consultant for other students served by the Birth-3 teachers. This is a fast-paced and community-facing position that connects families to the school and resources. At Centennial we value our pivotal role in helping families identify and meet their students' needs, introduce them to educational services and engage them with resources.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and assess children and families to assist with and plan, develop, implement, and review curriculums and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) that will meet the individual developmental needs of young children and their families.
- Complete and maintain records in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Ensure Early Intervention services achieve desired outcomes for families and children served.
- Communicate effectively through a family-centered philosophy, and respect for cultural diversity manner with families, staff, and community representatives.
- Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, guidelines and best practices providing Birth to Three early intervention services.
- Assist in promoting and supporting community awareness and relationships.
Qualifications
- Must be a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist with the State of Minnesota.
- Must be able to demonstrate the highest commitment to student achievement and effective development.
- Must have the willingness to adapt to becoming part of a total school effort in educating our students.
- Must have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with other staff members, students and parents in providing and promoting positive relationships.
- Must be of the highest integrity with a strong commitment to modeling excellence in all aspects of the teacher/student/parent relationships.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Salary/Wages
Range $46,857 - $94,761/full school year. Dependent on education and years of experience. Consistent with the current Teachers’ Master Agreement
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance (1/1/2025)
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
403(b)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Application Procedure
All applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Apply” at the upper right of the page to begin the application process. Applications accepted and reviewed until filled.
*direct link to job posting:
Centennial School District ISD12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Occupation Classification Requirements:
- Speech-Language Pathologist
