Montrose County Schools
Position: Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Location: Montrose, CO
Start Date: August 18, 2025
Job Description:
Support Staff – Non Exempt/Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Job Description
Direct Supervisor: Director of Special Education
Site: Districtwide
Work Calendar: Paraprofessional – 180 Day
Salary Schedule: Building Level Support Salary Schedule: SLPA (range $30.67 – $36.54 based on the 25/26 salary schedules & related experience)
Start Date: August 15, 2025
District Summary:
Nestled within Colorado’s gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado, which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work).
Benefits
At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development, advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs with incentives.
Summary of Position:
This position will assist with delivery of treatment plans provided by a Speech Language Pathologist who serves students with speech language impairments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Responsible for providing speech language therapy services to students according to their Individual Education Program (IEP) goals as developed by the supervising Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
- Assist the SLP, teachers and other related service personnel in implementation of individual programs to achieve educational goals as outlined in student’s IEPs.
- Monitor and document student progress toward meeting IEP goals and benchmarks.
- Report and record progress information on each student and share in consultation with supervising SLP, teachers and the Special Education Coordinator as requested.
- Maintain and prepare a wide variety of manual and electronic materials to align with student targeted goals and activities.
- Assist the SLP with informal documentation for students.
- Assist in the preparation of lesson plans and instructional materials as requested by the supervising SLP. Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of all therapy equipment and supplies used within the speech therapy department.
- Assist in implementing new communication devices and processes as directed by the supervising SLP.
- Participate in training activities and assist with speech-language screenings as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of and Abilities:
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess strong time management skills with a clear understanding of time sensitive documentation and processes.
- Possess basic math and writing skills.
- Strong organizational and record keeping skills with a focus on detail orientation.
- Strong desire to work with students with disabilities.
- Ability to follow universal precautions for the maintenance of good health when working with students.
- Basic knowledge of effective behavior management techniques.
- Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies and building and department procedures.
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
- Innovative and entrepreneurial, thinking outside the box to develop creative solutions.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Familiarity with and willingness to learn about and utilize workplace technology to improve communication, collaboration, and productivity.
- Ability to use basic Microsoft and other software programs.
- Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Communication, Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders, or Speech Sciences from an accredited institution of higher education required
- Completion of speech-language pathology assistant program (SLPA) required. Will consider candidates who are entered into a program.
- CDE State Certification for SLPA required. Will consider candidates working toward certification.
- Two to three years of direct, hands-on experience working with students with speech language impairments.
- Valid CO driver’s license.
Physical Requirements:
- The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.
- Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 30 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- This type of work involves a stationary position most of the time but may involve moving for brief periods.
- Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
- Ability to travel to local schools as needed.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
How to Apply:
- To apply for the position use the following website: https://www.applitrack.com/mcsd/onlineapp/
- Click on the support staff non -exempt
- Click on the apply button for Speech Language Pathologist Assistant