Job Description:

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! 
Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Culture of Caring & Support
Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Current Speech Language Pathologist license issued by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS)
2. Current Standard Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate, PreK-12 - Professional Non-Teaching, issued by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE)
3. At least two (2) years of experience, preferred
4. Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
5. Ability to obtain National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number and AHCCCS ID in order to participate in the Medicaid School Based Claiming Program
6. Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

1. Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
2. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
3. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
4. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
5. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
6. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
7. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position is held in the highest of confidentiality.
8. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures.
9. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
10. Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN:SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST INITIAL WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN
SUPPLEMENTAL:  Classroom Site Fund - $10,000 annual or prorated based on start date!
**BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT
Human Resources - 515-2760 or human.resources@svps.k12.az.us

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.