Speech Language Pathologist

Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce; Chelan (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

WA Retirement

Professional development

Job summary

Lake Chelan School District is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for Kindergarten through 5th grade for the 2026–2027 school year. You will provide direct therapy, assess needs, plan services, and coordinate as the MDT member for speech-language concerns.

The ideal candidate holds Washington State certification (Initial ESA SLP), CCC-SLP, and a Master’s degree. Strong communication and collaboration skills, plus experience with assessments, are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required).
• Washington State certification (Initial ESA SLP) and CCC-SLP credentials are required.
• Experience with assessment procedures and strong written and verbal communication are essential.
• Ability to collaborate positively with team members is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy services to students with articulation, voice, fluency, feeding and language needs.
• Serve as Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) member for students with speech-language concerns.
• Act as case manager for students qualifying in Communication Disorder or speech services.
• Consult with parents and school staff to develop and adapt student programs.
• Maintain accurate data records and monitor therapy effectiveness.

Skills

Assessment procedures

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Augmentative communication devices

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Washington State certification (Initial ESA SLP)

CCC-SLP

Job description

Company

Lake Chelan School District

Job Description

Join Our Team!
Come work in the beautiful Lake Chelan Valley! At Lake Chelan School District, we are proud to offer a supportive, collaborative environment where educators are valued and empowered to make a real difference. We are currently seeking a continuing contract FULL-TIME (1.0 FTE) Speech Language Pathologist for Kindergarten through 5th Grade for the 2026–2027 school year.

Position Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct therapy services and supports educational outcomes by assessing, planning, and delivering individualized services for students with speech and language needs. The SLP will also serve as a case manager for students whose primary disability is speech and language.

Required Qualifications

• Washington State certification (minimum Initial ESA SLP certification; Master’s degree required)
• Certification of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP)
• Experience with assessment procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to collaborate positively with team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with augmentative communication devices
• Familiarity with Early Learning Intervention (3-5 year old)

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy services to eligible children targeting articulation, voice, fluency, feeding, and language development to support educational progress.
• Facilitate and implement augmentative communication strategies as needed.
• Implement and monitor AAC devices as well as educate staff and families on the use of AAC devices

Evaluation and Assessment

• Conduct evaluations for students referred for services, including administering assessments, conducting observations, and preparing detailed evaluation reports with recommendations.
• Act as the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) member for students referred with suspected speech or language impairments.

Collaboration and Case Management

• Serve as the case manager for students that qualify in the area of Communication Disorder or qualify for speech services as a related service.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and school staff to develop and adapt student programs.
• Assist staff in understanding and implementing individualized student support strategies.
• Work collaboratively with Special Education and general education teachers, the program director, and paraeducators to support schoolwide and district wide initiatives.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate data records to document student progress and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
• Participate in Child Find activities and special services staff meetings.
• Support compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations that govern Special Education
• Communicate with stakeholders in a timely and appropriate manner.

Additional Duties

• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay current with evidence-based practices.
• Travel between district buildings (within a 2-mile radius) to provide services.
• Perform other related duties as necessary to support students as well as duties necessary to support the district’s needs.
• The location for which this position is hired for may be subject to change if the needs of student populations change.

Eligible Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Time off (sick, personal leave)
• WA State Retirement
• Professional Development
• Position open until filled

For questions, please contact Kirk Marshlain at [e-mail] or 509-682-3515, or Human Resources at [e-mail] or 509-682-3515.

Contact

Kirk Marshlain

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The Lake Chelan School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on-the-basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

TITLE IX COORDINATOR / CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR: Human Resources Director, Jenann Ross, PO Box 369, Chelan, WA 98816; 509-682-3515; [e-mail]

SECTION 504 / ADA COORDINATOR: Director of Inclusion and Student Services, Kirk Marshlain, PO Box 369, Chelan WA 98816; 509-682-7744; [e-mail]