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Job Title: Teacher, Speech Language Pathologist - Candidate Pool (SY 2026-2027)  and Requisition ID number: 104098

Close Date:  No established closing date;  open until filled

Organizational Unit:  Speech Language Clinicians (10000604) 

Site:  Davis Center (0001) 

FTE:  Varied FTEs; 42 weeks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union:  Teachers(04) 

Functional Area:  Teaching 

Salary Range:  $53,629 - $112,065 

Benefits:  Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

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This is a candidate pool for the 2026-2027 school year

TEACH IN MINNEAPOLIS

Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) is now accepting Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) applications for the 2026-2027 school year!  Apply now to be considered! 

First, submit your application; if you meet minimum qualifications, you may receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. 

WHO WE ARE

We are a diverse and dedicated team, proud to be tasked with educating more than 35,000 Minneapolis kids every year. We believe in the achievement of every student in every classroom.  We are building a workforce that is equipped to provide our students with the education and resources they need to succeed by consistently investing in the growth of our employees and doing what it takes to keep and grow our talented staff.

WHAT WE DO

At MPS, we work collaboratively to find innovative ways to connect with every single one of our students — no matter which languages they speak, or which corner of the city or the world they come from. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff, and the unique perspective each person brings to our learning community by supporting the individual needs of each student – and by caring for and supporting one another as we take on new challenges every day.

SUMMARY

Speech-language pathologists provide a complete array of services to students with identified communication problems, including students whose primary disability is “speech-language impairment” and students with other primary disabilities who have needs in the area of communication (for example, students with autism, cognitive disabilities, developmental delay).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Pre-referral consultation to general and special education teachers.
• Case management for students with speech-language impairments only.
• Due process compliance, third-party billing, program data collection, funding reports, etc.
• Evaluations: Comprehensive initial and reevaluations for all types of communication disabilities.
• Standard-referred IEPs and IIIPs (intervention that supports literacy and other standards).
• Direct intervention services to students in the least restrictive environment (include classroom-based service).
• Indirect intervention and consultative services to teams. Teachers and parents.
• Other site-based and special education duties, including support of district literacy goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience

• Master’s Degree in communication disorders.
• A valid Minnesota teaching license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certification preferred.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• A valid Minnesota teaching license in Speech-Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certification preferred.

SALARY

Teacher Salary Schedule – 42 weeks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

School environment; may involve lifting up to 40 pounds; and the ability to sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors.

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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready.  Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee.  Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
 
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
 
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready.  Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Posting Notes: | [No Established Closing Date]  | Speech Language Clinicians (10000604)  | Davis Center (0001)  | Teaching