Speech Language Pathologist

General Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides speech and language services in the areas of student assessment, augmentative alternative communication devices, direct therapy, training and consultation to staff and families to support students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. The Speech Language Pathologist participates as a member of an education team in the assessment and program evaluation for students.

Schedule: 1.0 FTE, 180 days
Salary: $54,001-$101,782 DOE

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

1. Take direction from and collaborate with Assistant Director for Special Education from ESD112
2. Inform principals, teachers and other school personnel of speech, language and/or hearing services
3. Organize and conduct an identification program for communication disorders by utilizing screening criteria, materials, procedures and record-keeping strategies
4. Select and employ diagnostic procedures and develop guidelines for a comprehensive remediation program
5. Select and implement therapy strategies for modifying communicative behavior of each student with a speech, language 
6. Identify and define factors which determine the effectiveness of therapy
7. Maintain up-to-date cumulative speech and language therapy records
8. Redefine goals and modify therapy strategies consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) 
9. Consult with parents, educators and other professionals regarding needs of children/students to assure appropriate learning experiences
10. Complete all required reports and records for compliance within statutory guidelines
11. Provide technical assistance to Speech Language Pathology Assistant(s), when applicable
12. Maintain confidentiality
13. Participate in professional development activities as needed or assigned
14. Other duties as assigned

 

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Hold or eligible to hold a Washington ESA speech language pathologist certificate
2. Master's degree in speech or speech pathology
3. Experience working with children with articulation and language disabilities 
4. Experience in the identification, assessment, programming and evaluation of children with language disabilities
5. Washington State Department of Health SLP license
6. Successful results of criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in P-12 education
2. Experience working with Washington state and federal laws relating to children with disabilities
3. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

 

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Terms of Employment:

1. 1.0 FTE 180 days 
2. Rate of Pay: $54,001-$101,782 DOE
3. Benefits: SEBB Medical/Dental/Vision/Life & Disability insurance, WA State DRS 
4. PTO: 12 Sick Leave days /3 personal day/9 holidays (may be prorated per start date)

Non-Discrimination Policy:
Cascade School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The practice of non-discrimination applies to all employees, volunteers, applicants for volunteer opportunities, and to all terms and conditions of employment.  

Salary : $54,001 - $101,782