Speech and Language Pathologist

Position Type:
Student Support Services/ Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted:
6/18/2025

Location:
West Elementary
(High-Needs School)

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Holland Public Schools, located in Holland Michigan. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and has an enrollment of approximately 3000 students. We offer a dual language immersion program in Spanish in grades K-8. Holland Public Schools has a diverse student population with approximately 47% Latinx, 9% Black, 6% Mulitracial, 3 % Asian and 35% White and approximately 64% free and reduced lunch.

Holland is located on the shores of Lake Michigan with an inlet, Lake Macatawa. You will love the outdoor activities, the diverse community, and be able to create the lifestyle you choose. Holland provides a small-town charm and big-city amenities. Attend our world-famous Tulip Time Festival, visit one of our neighborhood art fairs, or watch a brilliant sunset over Lake Michigan. No matter what your interests, you won't be disappointed!

SALARY LEVEL : Salary to be based on experience and HEA salary schedule

LOCATION: District

EMPLOYMENT TERM: August 2025

REPORTS TO: Associate Superintendent of Student Services

The District believes that it is our collective responsibility to foster respect, a sense of belonging, and success that honors each individual by ensuring that our policies, practices, and programs serve our growing and evolving community as we prepare our students for an ever-changing world.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, and communication disorders that impede access to or progress within the school environment per MARSE guidelines. Develop and implement effective individualized Education Programs (IEP's). Provide counseling to students and student's families about results of testing and recommended treatment options. Establish understanding, expectations, and goals for treatment with caseload students. Create accurate documentation and reporting for all student therapeutic treatment including Medicaid billing. Maintain communication with school staff and community-based providers/collaborators. Work to maintain ongoing supports with general education teaching staff through activities like Child Study Team. This role requires partnership with other diagnostic team members as well as general education and special education teaching staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters degree from an approved college or university in speech and language.
Current ASHA (American Speech-Language Hearing Association) certification
Current licensure as a Speech and Language Pathologist through the Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) of Michigan.
Active CPI certification or an understanding that certification or re-certification is required during this upcoming academic year.
Ability to work well with students, staff and parents.
Ability to demonstrate mature judgment and moral and ethical behavior.
Ability to project a positive outlook, manner and appearance.
Must meet the requirement of School Safety Legislation 2005 PA 139, 138 - Complete FBI fingerprints required.

Method of Application:
Candidates should apply online at www.hollandpublicschools.org . Position will be posted until filled.

APPLICANTS:
Holland Public Schools encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We are sensitive to how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting work and personal lives, and will offer the utmost flexibility throughout the interview process.

Holland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. Everyone is welcome at our school events as well. Call ... and we will make reasonable accommodations for disabled persons. Inquiries regarding our district's non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Katie Pennington, Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, Holland Public Schools, 320 W. 24th St., Holland, MI 49423.