Speech Language Pathologist (0.6 FTE)

La Center School District; La Center (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

La Center School District is seeking an Educational Staff Associate/Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate students with communication disorders and plan interventions that support academic progress district-wide in La Center, WA.

The role requires a Master’s degree and a Washington State ESB certificate, with a 0.6 FTE schedule under the LCEA agreement. Fingerprinting and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of speech, language, communication disorders and child development.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and interpret data.
• Ability to develop and implement IEP goals and services.
• Strong collaboration and communication with families, teachers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students to determine eligibility for speech services.
• Document deficits and impact on education.
• Provide and evaluate intervention plans for diagnosed disorders.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support communication in classroom settings.
• Develop and manage service delivery schedules including co-treat where needed.
• Maintain data on student progress toward IEP goals.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Assessment & data interpretation

IEP goals development

Collaborative teamwork

Documentation & timelines

AAC & assistive tech

Education

Master's degree

Washington state ESAs certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Educational Staff Associate/ Speech Language Pathologist

• Date Posted:
  9/1/2026

• Location:
  District-Wide, La Center, Washington

• Date Available:
  10/01/2026

Our Mission:

The mission of the La Center School District is to create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. We will do this in partnership with families, the community, staff and students to develop confident and self-reliant lifelong learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing, more technologically advanced and diverse society.

Position Summary:

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates students with communication disorders, assesses the impact these disorders have on the student's educational performance, and establishes a course of intervention to support the student in working toward a successful educational experience.

Terms of Employment:

• This is 0.6 FTE continuing position; the annual FTE will be adjusted based on hire date.
• This position is covered by the LCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
• The successful candidate must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by the Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate students with communication disorders to determine eligibility and need for speech/language service
• Document communication skill deficits and their impact on the student's educational performance
• Recommend, establish, provide and evaluate a course of interventions specific to the diagnosed communication disorder
• Work with the classroom teacher to develop, implement, and evaluate classroom-based instructional programs for students in special education classrooms to enhance communication skills that support academic progress
• Develop and implement an efficient service delivery schedule including individual, small group, and large group instruction; co-treat with OT/PT staff when appropriate for individual student needs
• Develop and implement a data management system to collect and record ongoing student progress toward accomplishment of IEP goals and objectives
• Provide informational/consultative services which will enhance the student's ability to benefit from his/her educational program
• Work collaboratively to develop, plan and implement instruction
• May provide in-service staff development as needed
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, parents and community members
• Make outside referrals as appropriate
• Attend meetings as required
• Complete all required paperwork and reports in a timely, professional manner
• Ability to implement Policies E-1 to E-4 into daily practice
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate certificate as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of speech, language, communication disorders, child development, and evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of special education laws, IDEA, Section 504, and school-based compliance requirements.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and interpret data to identify student needs.
• Ability to develop and implement educationally relevant IEP goals and speech-language services.
• Ability to provide effective individual, small-group, classroom-based, and consultative services.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with students, families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload, maintain accurate documentation, and meet required timelines.
• Ability to use progress-monitoring data to evaluate student growth and adjust services as needed.
• Ability to use AAC, assistive technology, and other communication supports when appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Previous experience facilitating language-based classroom activities
• Previous experience in a Life Skills classroom setting
• Certificate of Clinical Competency
• Valid Washington State Department of Health License

Additional Requirements:

• Some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing and/or pulling and fine finger dexterity are required
• May experience prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required
• Ability to lift at least twenty (20) pounds with assistance

Salary:

The base salary range is $61,332-$115,601, plus additional supplemental days at per diem, per the LCEA Negotiated Agreement. Final salary placement will be based on documented education and experience.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their qualified dependents. Employer-paid basic life, long-term disability, and AD & D insurance are available to the employee only. Additional benefits include retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement and optional supplemental benefits including supplemental life, employee-paid long-term disability, FSA, DCAP, and deferred compensation. Paid leave benefits include two (2) days of personal leave and twelve (12) days of sick leave per school year. Additional available paid leave benefits and terms of leave are governed by the LCEA Negotiated Agreement.

La Center School District No. 101

725 NE Highland Road * PO Box 1840

La Center, WA 98629

La Center School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide 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:

Civil Rights Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator

Matt Johnson

Address: 725 NE Highland Road, La Center, WA 98629

Telephone Number: 360-263-1700

Email: [e-mail]