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# Speech-Language Pathologist at Lansing School District

- **Company:** Lansing School District
- **Location:** Lansing, MI
- **Compensation:** $50k–$95k
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2024-01-31
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/lansingschools/9eb02f5f-9a46-4d23-a2d0-9035b2966792

## Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In the pursuit of our mission, we are hiring a Speech & Language Pathologist. The Speech & Language Pathologist is responsible for identifying needs in speech and/or language in our students, and delivering intervention to support those needs.

## Minimum Qualifications

- Master’s degree with major in Speech & Language Pathology (or related field)
- Certificate of Clinical Competence or be in your Clinical Fellowship Year
- Speech-Language Pathologist Certification
- Commitment to Lansing School District’s mission and vision

## Preferred Qualifications

- 5+ years of experience working with children, their families, and their school support systems
- Experience working with a diverse population of students in an urban school setting

Job Responsibilities

- Conduct & attend IEP meetings; write IEPs as needed; and monitor their effectiveness
- Conduct REEDs to evaluate students
- Submit all required reports, data, and documentation in a timely manner
- Schedule and deliver speech and/or language instruction to a caseload of students
- Coordinate and provide consultative services to general education teachers, parents, and other special education staff in the areas of speech and language
- Other tasks as needed in order to best serve Lansing students

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
- Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
- May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
- Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
- Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
- Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

## About Lansing School District

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The Lansing School District is a public school system serving PreK–12 students in Lansing, Michigan, offering a wide range of magnet and specialty programs.
- **Entity Type**: Public School District (government/nonprofit)
- **Headquarters**: Lansing, Michigan, United States
- **Founded**: 1861
- **Superintendent**: Jessica Benavides
- **Leadership**: Board of Education; Human Resources Manager Erin Miracle

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Education Administration Programs (K-12 public schooling)
- **Target customers**: Students and families in the Lansing, MI area (B2C, public service)
- **Mission statement**: "To provide educational excellence in a safe and nurturing environment for all students" [lansingschools.net](https://www.lansingschools.net/)

## Products & Services
- **Traditional Schools**: Standard K-12 curriculum at 26 school buildings.
- **Magnet & Specialty Schools**: Programs including STEM, STEAM, Spanish Immersion/Global Studies, New Tech High, Chinese Immersion, Leadership, Law and Government, International Baccalaureate, Visual and Performing Arts, and Montessori.
- **Eastern Biotechnical Magnet Academy**: Biotechnology-focused IB program with Project Lead the Way electives.
- **Attwood New Tech**: Project-based learning with a STEM Pathway (K-12) and New Tech Pathway (4th–12th).
- **Online School (Lansing School District Virtual)**: Fully online K-12 option.

## Market Standing
- **Annual Budget**: $223,084,000 (2022–2023 expenditures) [nces.ed.gov](https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/districtsearch/district_detail.asp?ID2=2621150&Search=2)
- **Estimated Annual Revenue**: $177M (per LinkedIn data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lansingschooldistrict)
- **Students**: 9,951 (2024–2025)
- **Teachers**: 583.86 FTE; total staff 1,848.66 FTE
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew +6.4% YoY (+51 employees); new school programs, renovated buildings, and new cell phone pouch policy for grades 5–12. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lansingschooldistrict) [lansingschools.net](https://www.lansingschools.net/)
- **Notable Partners**: Michigan State University (teacher recruitment events), Project Lead the Way

## Competitive Advantages
- **Diverse Educational Options**: More magnet and specialty schools than any other district in the greater Lansing area, giving families a wide choice.
- **Strong Community Ties**: Active partnerships with local universities and businesses; high community involvement in strategic planning.
- **Commitment to Equity**: Non-discrimination policy covering all protected classes; focus on culturally safe and nurturing environment.
- **Innovative Programs**: Biotechnology magnet, New Tech project-based learning, and Chinese immersion are unique differentiators.

## Strategic Focus
- **Graduation Goal**: 85% graduation rate by 2025.
- **Attendance Goal**: 90% attendance by 2025.
- **Cell Phone Policy**: Implementing secure pouch requirement for grades 5–12 to reduce distractions.
- **Facility Upgrades**: Opening renovated buildings and launching new school programs in the coming years.
- **Strategic Plan (2014+)** : Five-year plan focused on preparing students for global citizenship, with regular updates.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven**: Employees are part of a team dedicated to educational excellence and student success.
- **Career Opportunities**: Wide range of roles – teachers, specialized assistants, CTE educators, administrators, and support staff.
- **Benefits**: Full benefits for regular full-time employees (37.5 hrs/week); part-time eligible for some benefits; union-represented positions.
- **Work Environment**: Collaborative, high-performing, safe learning environment; emphasis on professional development.
- **Location**: Lansing, Michigan – midsize city with a lower cost of living; district is central to the community.
- **Culture**: Active social media presence celebrating staff and students; regular hiring events and job fairs.
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Primarily in-person instruction; some administrative roles may offer flexibility.

## Sources
1. [lansingschools.net](https://www.lansingschools.net/)
2. [jobs.lever.co/lansingschools](https://jobs.lever.co/lansingschools)
3. [lansingschools.net – Employee Handbook](https://www.lansingschools.net/downloads/district/employee_handbook.pdf)
4. [linkedin.com/company/lansingschooldistrict](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lansingschooldistrict)
5. [nces.ed.gov – District Detail](https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/districtsearch/district_detail.asp?ID2=2621150&Search=2)

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