Speech & Language Pathologist Pool - 26-27 SY

Student Services

District Wide

Minimum Annual Compensation: $68, TE Salary Schedule)

Length of Contract: 192 days

Employment Type: Exempt

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants! Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework , and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

About This Posting

This is an “applicant pool” posting. It does not signify that vacancies actually exist at this time. The purpose of this posting is to develop a pool of qualified applicants, should vacancies become available.

Purpose of Position

Provide direct speech/language therapy to students who have a speech/language impairment in natural environments and classroom settings. Work as a team member with central office and building based administration, general education teachers, related service providers, special education teachers/assistants, and other school support staff, parents, and community childcare providers. Assess students, develop appropriate individualized education plans, evaluate programs of individual students, and modify/adapt curriculum and materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Use academic content standards to inform the individual education program

Provide direct speech/language therapy to students identified as having a speech/language impairment and in need of special education services

Work with other IEP team participants to design, implement, and evaluate Individual Education Plans based on individual students’ needs in accordance to IDEA

Work in collaboration with general education teachers and school support staff in designing, implementing, and differentiating curriculum, instruction, and assessment for a wide range of students

Work collaboratively with students, parents, school staff, and community providers

Provide instruction in the general education classroom as well as in a variety of other small or individual group instructional settings

Develop strategies to foster social relationships between students with and without disabilities

Communicate student progress to the student, parents, other teachers, related services staff, special education teachers/assistants, administrators, and/or other appropriate individuals

Evaluate student achievement and program effectiveness on a continuing and annual basis and revise programming as appropriate

Work with school staff to effectively transition students moving across levels

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Demonstrate basic knowledge in the assessment and use of assistive technology

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills (e.g., empathy, active listening)

Demonstrates strong and effective written and oral communication

Demonstration of a working knowledge of the needs of diverse learners

Ability to be a creative and flexible problem-solver who is able to work in collaboration with others solving problems as they arise

Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students

High Expectations For Every Student

Quality Instructional Practice

Cultural Competence

Student & Family Engagement

Resilience & Results Orientation

Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree for Speech & Language Pathology. Official transcripts are required for formal employment.

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Speech & Language Pathology (820).

Applications are considered on a rolling basis. MMSD must first consider applicants who are fully licensed before considering applicants who are not yet licensed.

If you do not already have an active Wisconsin teaching license, you must obtain and maintain the necessary license(s) for the position. An application must be on file within 30 days of starting your employment with MMSD. Failure to do so will result in your contract being voided.

The district does not provide financial support for the continued education that is required to achieve the certification. The district does not select or endorse any particular certification program that leads to the required Wisconsin teaching license. An unlicensed candidate can be considered, but they must be hired by a school district in order to apply for a One-Year License with Stipulations with DPI.

To search DPI-approved certification programs:

Desired Qualifications

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence

Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development activities.

Working Conditions

Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings.

Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends.

Certain positions within the District may allow hybrid work flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process

School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury. This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and may involve walking, sitting, stooping or reaching. Manual dexterity is necessary for completing general tasks while operating office equipment. This position may require being stationary for extended periods of time.

Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including in inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.

Disclaimer

This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above as they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.