Speech Language Pathologist

Aitkin Public Schools has an opening for a  Speech Language Pathologist teacher for the remainder of 2024-25 school year and beyond. The position will start February 10th, 2025. 

The Educational Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) identifies, evaluates, designs, and implements appropriate plans for students, writes IEPs, and is a member of the Child Study Team.  The Educational SLP also meets with parents, interprets student progress, informs parents about their child’s progress, and is available for in-services.  Qualified candidates should have a strong background in implementing researched-based instructional strategies, equity/diversity, and meeting the needs of unique learners. Successful candidates should also be creative and have both good communication and problem-solving skills.

The current caseload includes Birth-3 year olds, preschool age, DCD classrooms, and students in the Communication and Interaction Program. Candidates with a background in or interest in early childhood intervention, language intervention, and use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) are encouraged to apply.  

A current Minnesota SLP Licensure is required for the position.

The posting is open until filled.

Aitkin Public Schools mission is to inspire and prepare our students with the tools and skills to succeed in an everchanging world. Aitkin Schools covers a large portion of Aitkin County in northern Minnesota.  The city of Aitkin offers a friendly, small town atmosphere with larger cities nearby. Our area offers a wide variety of outdoor family opportunities. We are 15 miles north of Mille Lacs Lake. Aitkin county is home to over 365 lakes, many within minutes of the city of Aitkin. We also have the Mississippi and Ripple Rivers that flow through our community which provide a variety of boating possibilities. Aitkin county is also known for some of the most scenic wildlife trails in Minnesota. We have a very good system of snowmobile and ATV trails. We are within minutes of a number of outstanding golf courses as well. The city of Aitkin has a wonderful park located on the Ripple River that families throughout the area enjoy on a regular basis.  Aitkin is home to the Riverwood Healthcare facility with over 60 physicians, specialists and surgeons. The city of Aitkin is also the home of the Aitkin County seat. Why just visit Aitkin when you can live and work here year around?  “WE ARE ISD1!”