INTERNAL ONLY - Speech Language Pathologist, Autism Evaluator 2026-27 - Student Services

Salem-Keizer Public Schools; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools seeks a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to provide prevention, assessment and remediation for students with language, speech, voice and fluency needs. The role centers on collaboration with teachers, families and specialists to support educational goals.

Internal candidates only. Licensure by OBSPA or TSPC is required. This 1.0 FTE position offers prorated salary, with a stated range and opportunities to advance equity and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold SLP licensure by OBSPA or TSPC.
• Strong assessment and data interpretation abilities.
• Experience collaborating with school teams and families.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer current, evidence-based assessment tools for student language, speech, and related disorders.
• Share professional knowledge and recommend autism-related evaluations.
• Analyze assessment results to determine eligibility for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Prepare reports with intervention recommendations and district-aligned strategies.
• Collaborate with school personnel to support district goals for student eligibility.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Skills

Assessment & analysis

Collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Education

SLP licensure OBSPA or TSPC

Job description

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Speech Language Pathologist

Purpose

Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, speech language pathologists provide prevention, assessment and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in language, speech, voice and fluency. These services are designed to help students meet their functional and educational goals.

Minimum Requirements

Speech and Language Pathologist licensure by the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (OBSPA) or the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Speech Language Pathologist

Purpose

Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, speech language pathologists provide prevention, assessment and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in language, speech, voice and fluency. These services are designed to help students meet their functional and educational goals.

Minimum Requirements

Speech and Language Pathologist licensure by the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (OBSPA) or the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission.

Duties

• Select and administer current and evidence-based assessment techniques and tools relevant to the student's perceived deficits related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, in accordance with the required evaluation components and criteria for determining eligibility (OAR 581-015-2130).
• Share professional knowledge and make recommendations for the evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Analyze and interpret information gained through an autism assessment adhering to District and State guidelines to determine student eligibility for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Complete assessments within appropriate time frames and communicate to a variety of audiences the student's evaluation and educational impact by integrating results of assessments.
• Work collaboratively with school personnel to accomplish the mission and vision of the school district, as it relates to the eligibility of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Provide report reflecting assessment and suggestions for intervention.
• Use best practices and resources provided within the district to facilitate nonbiased interventions that are sensitive to students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate knowledge of building-level programs, services, district policies and procedures and the roles of other disciplines as they relate to the eligibility of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Consult with non-school agencies, when needed, to enhance services and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of legal and ethical principles and standards of practice to the evaluation as it relates to the eligibility of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Engage in ongoing learning opportunities regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder to develop and apply knowledge and skills.
• Communicate information, regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder, critical to decision making while maintaining confidentiality.
• Interpret, summarize, and report assessment results, as it relates to Autism Spectrum Disorder, in order to collaborate with teams to develop appropriate programmatic recommendations.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and responsiveness in meeting school, staff and student needs.

Type

Licensed

FTE

1.0

Status

Permanent

Salary is prorated based on FTE:

$53,831 - $105,956

Application Procedure

Apply online

Salem-Keizer Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veterans' status, or other categories protected by ORS Chapter 659A.