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Provo City School District Announces Speech-Language Pathologist Opening

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The Provo City School District posted a job opening for a Speech-Language Pathologist position for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves assessing and providing interventions for students with various communication disorders.

Key takeaways

  • Provo City School District seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • The role involves diagnosing and providing interventions for students with communication disorders.
  • Educational requirements include a Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience.
  • Required duties include conducting assessments, maintaining Medicaid compliance, and collaborating with special education teams.

The Provo City School District has listed a vacancy for a Speech-Language Pathologist. The position is intended for the 2026-2027 school year and involves working with students who have articulation, fluency, voice, language, or communication disabilities.

The role requires performing complex technical tasks such as applying assessment instruments and operating specialized equipment used in the treatment of communication disorders. Responsibilities include screening, identifying, diagnosing, and counseling individuals at risk for communication-related disabilities.

According to the job description, the pathologist will collaborate with special education teams to conduct assessments, review data, and inform parents of procedural safeguards. The position also involves documenting student progress, maintaining compliance with Medicaid, and writing effective Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a job-related area, though a BA or BS degree with increasing levels of related experience may be considered as a substitute. The role requires a designated subject matter endorsement and a criminal justice fingerprint and background clearance.

The position reports to the Building Principal and Associate Special Education Director. For questions regarding the position, individuals may contact Chris Chilcoat at chrisc@provo.edu or Ondy Wagner at ondylynw@provo.edu.

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