SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist
Date Posted:
5/8/2026
Location:
Estes Park Elementary School
Date Available:
08/03/2026
Estes Park School District R-3
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Nestled in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains, Estes Park, Colorado is more than just a destination - it's a place to live, learn, and thrive.
Estes Park School District is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our exceptional team of educators. Here, we believe education is a journey of innovation and growth. Our staff are not only educators - they are lifelong learners, forward-thinkers, and champions of student success in an ever-evolving world.
We cultivate a culture rooted in creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, where your voice is valued and your impact is profound.
At the heart of our mission are the Global Outcomes we've identified for our students - guiding principles that prepare them to lead meaningful, successful lives in a global society.
Come be a part of something special. Join us in shaping the future - in a place where both nature and education inspire greatness.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification
- Master's Degree in Speech/Language Disorders
- Type E endorsement from the Colorado Department of Education or working towards a Master's Degree under Temporary Teacher Eligibility, to be complete in the time allotted by CDE
PREFERRED:
- Clinical experience preferred
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:
- To evaluate or screen previously enrolled speech/language cases, pupils enrolled in school for the first time and referrals
- To screen or assist in screening for possible hearing disabilities all children designated grades enrolled in schools where assistance is requested or adequate nursing service is not available
- To secure written parental permission for every child needed a speech/language assessment. The speech and language will follow the process and staffing procedures as established by the Estes Park School District and CDE
- To carry out those assessments procedures necessary to arrive at a specific speech handicap diagnosis and formulation of remediation and development objectives
- To arrange, along with the principal, a full staffing for those children who have a speech/language handicap that is effecting them educationally
- To provide appropriate direct speech/language therapy services to those children determined to be in need by the speech and language pathologist, mini-staffing committee, or full staffing committee
- To consult with both regular and special education teachers on a regular basis, or as needed, when necessary to foster more positive speech/language patterns in a particular child
- Upon termination from the speech/language program, progress will be reviewed at Annual Review of Triennial
- To complete all necessary record keeping requirements of the Estes Park School District
- To carry out additional duties, as seen fit by the Estes Park School District administration
- Childfind - To assess 0-3 population, as needed
- Preschool - To screen and/or assess 3-5 year olds referred by various agencies and or general population
- Possible member of Alternative Augmentative Communication Team
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants must apply online at [click to reveal website link]. Only online applications are accepted.
Salary range is based on the 25-26 schedule until updated, $54,000 to $70,800, with benefits, starting on August 3, 2026. Ten years of previous teaching experience in an accredited school district may be granted.
Position is open until filled. Questions, please contact Sundee Pietsch, Director of student services at [click to reveal phone number], ext. 3008 or email [click to reveal email address]
Position is open until filled
Estes Park School District R-3 is an equal opportunity employer