Speech-Language Pathologist
Position Type:
Educational Specialists/Speech and Language Pathologist
Date Posted:
5/11/2026
Location:
Great Valley High School
Closing Date:
05/21/2026
Speech-Language Pathologist
Long-Term Substitute
First Semester of 2026-2027 School Year (August 2026 - January 2027)
Great Valley High School
Great Valley School District is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Speech-Language Pathologist for the first semester of the 2026-27 school year. Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Services, the speech-language pathologist will lead the process in the development, implementation, and coordination of the district's speech-language program. To respond to the individual needs and abilities of all students, the Speech-Language Pathologist must work closely with students, families, staff and administration.
Responsibilities
- Plan and instruct students daily on specific, individualized qualifying IEP goal areas
- Provide quality, daily instruction for students
- Communicate effectively with students and their families as needed
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment; should be flexible and have a cooperative attitude with fellow team members
- Proactively solve problems and address areas of concern for students
- Use effective classroom management to support a safe and nurturing learning environment
- Assist in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students
- Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students
- Ensure that all activities conform to District and cooperative guidelines
- Communicate effectively with all members of the school district, cooperative, and community
- Provide targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation and occupational performance within the school environment
- Assess the need for assistive technology and equipment and make recommendations for its use at school to help students function as independently as possible.
- Document speech therapy services, and maintain records in accordance with school district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct continuing education for school staff, parents, and students
- Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships
- Other duties may be assigned as needed
Qualifications
- Pennsylvania Educational Specialist Certification
- Master's degree
Application Requirements
To apply, please submit the following:
- Online application
- Letter of interest and resume
- Three current letters of reference (one must be from a direct supervisor)
- Unofficial transcripts
- Current clearances: Act 34, Act 151, Act 114, and Act 24 (PDE6004 Form)
2025-2026 Salary Schedule (contract for 2026-27 currently in negotiation):
Experience calculated per contract agreement not to exceed step 10
Bachelor's $62,845 to $73,195 (Step 10)
Bachelor's + 15 $67,145 to $77,495 (Step 10)
Master's $78,045 to $88,395 (Step 10)
Master's + 15 $80,520 to $91,120 (Step 10)
Master's + 30 $82,995 to $93,845 (Step 10)
Master's + 45 $85,470 to $96,570 (Step 10)
Master's + 60 $87,945 to $99,295 (Step 10)
Doctorate $90,420 to $102,020 (Step 10)
Great Valley School District is an equal-opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or handicap in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Chapter 15 of the Pennsylvania School Code, and Americans with Disabilities Act. For information regarding civil rights, grievance procedures, services, activities, and facilities accessible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Valley School District, 100 Lindenwood Dr., Malvern, PA 19355 [click to reveal phone number]).