Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Description

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – $70 / hour – 190-Day Calendar

Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide.

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Location : Thornton, CO 80229

Compensation : $70 per hour

Calendar : 190 Days (School Year Schedule)

Reports to : School Director / Principal

Join a School Where the World is the Classroom

At our Expeditionary Learning (EL) School , learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We live by the motto “The world is our classroom.” Our historic farmland setting offers daily opportunities for students to learn through hands-on experiences, community connections, and real-world problem solving.

Our Speech-Language Pathologists are key members of this learning community—helping students find their voice, communicate with confidence, and engage fully in academic and social experiences.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Competitive Salary – $70 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

School Year Schedule – 190 days, with built-in breaks and holidays

Innovative Learning Environment – Work in a school that integrates nature, community, and expedition-based learning

Supportive Team Culture – Collaboration, problem-solving, and shared success

What You’ll Do

Provide speech-language services to students across grades PreK–8, including those with diverse learning needs (special education, at-risk, linguistically, and culturally diverse students)

Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with clear goals and objectives

Administer, interpret, and report on speech and language assessments

Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to support student success

Use a variety of instructional approaches, including cooperative learning and interdisciplinary units

Adapt materials and methods to meet individual student needs

Align instruction and interventions with district, state, and national standards

Maintain strong classroom and session management to foster a positive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

Required : Colorado Special Services Provider license with a School Speech / Language Pathologist endorsement

Preferred : Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education, or willingness to pursue

Experience with diverse student populations and inclusive practices

Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Strong skills in assessment, IEP writing, and goal-setting

Multiple special education endorsements and bilingual skills are a plus

About Our School

Our school is a place where curiosity leads the way. Students learn through long-term, in-depth expeditions that make academic learning meaningful and connected to the world around them. Strong community partnerships give our students opportunities to grow as active learners and leaders.

Apply today to join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologist and help students find their voice—both in the classroom and in life.