Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 School Year

Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contributions

Paid training opportunities

Paid retirement contributions

Job summary

A regional education service district in Oregon is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will provide evaluations and therapies to students with speech and language impairments, working closely with educators. A master's degree or higher and appropriate licensure in speech language pathology are required. The position offers a collaborative environment among a committed team of professionals, with an emphasis on diversity and equity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher required.
• Speech Language Pathology License as issued by the Oregon Board is necessary.
• Alternative licensure options available for specific cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy services to students.
• Assist staff in identifying students with speech/language impairments.
• Prepare Individualized Education Programs for students.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology License

Understanding of anti-racist principles

Effective communication skills

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist – 2026‑2027 School Year

Applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time).

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Application Process

Applications are available at https://www.lblesd.k12.or.us/careers/

A complete application consists of:

• Online Application
• Resume
• Three current letters of reference
• Copy of University Transcripts (Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts before completion of the hiring process)
• Copy of License

For any position where a degree is a mandatory requirement, the submission of transcripts is required.

• To promote fair consideration, applicants may redact (remove) the dates of attendance from their transcripts prior to submission.
• Official transcripts will be required from the selected candidate as a condition of employment.

Providing your dates of employment is voluntary in the initial application. Please note that the top candidates will be asked to provide additional information to complete the selection process before a final job offer is extended.

Qualifications

A Master’s degree or higher.

One of the following:

• Speech Language Pathology License as issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners in Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology
• If licensed before 2015; alternatively an Oregon Teaching License with Special Education: Communication Disorders endorsement and American Speech and Hearing Association, Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech‑Language Pathology, or actively pursuing this Certificate.
• Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.

Position Overview

One of the earliest forms of learning for a child is language. This position offers both roles of an evaluator and practitioner of speech/language skills and how that impacts overall access to learning. As a part of our team of extraordinary educators, you will have the joy of witnessing the development of a student’s ability to connect with their world. This interesting and dynamic position offers opportunities to work closely with a team of evaluators to assess a student holistically, to learn from each other, and to grow in your skills.

General Information

This position has the following expectations and prerequisite abilities.

• Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to anti‑racists principles.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA and adhere to competent and ethical educator practices.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including ORS, OAR, IDEA, FOIA, and CIPA.
• Exceptional prioritization of tasks, timely completion of work assignments, ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates respectful, flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation, communication and active participation.
• Present self and LBL in a professional manner including in oral and written communication, professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives, find requested data and present in user‑friendly formats for internal and public distribution.
• Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules.
• Utilize teleservice platform to provide services to educators, students, and district staff as directed.
• Ability to sit in child‑sized chairs for extended periods of time and/or sit on the floor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.

Essential Functions

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time it’s deemed necessary.

• Provide or direct speech and/or language therapy and services to identified students with speech/language impairments.
• Assist education staff in observing and referring students with suspected speech/language impairments.
• Provide individual evaluations in speech and language and other areas that may be assigned to identify students with speech/language impairments.
• Provide comprehensive written reports of observations, assessment results, and recommendations within the standards established by the SEES department.
• Participate as a specialist in speech/language impairments in determining eligibility.
• Prepare and implement Individualized Education Programs for identified students on caseload.
• Participate in developing integrated goals with other education staff for students with multiple or other disabilities.
• Serve as a resource and consultant to provide specialized suggestions and/or materials for use by regular classroom staff or parents in delivering speech/language services or generalizations of previously acquired skills.
• Compile and maintain required service records and documentation for assigned students on caseload.
• Assist the district in compliance with federal and state special education law requirements.
• When assigned, provide supervision and paperwork requirements of American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Clinical Fellows, as requested by agency or districts and assigned by the program administrator.
• When assigned, oversee activities, supervision, and paperwork requirements of Oregon Board of Examiners certified Speech – Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA).
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Adjust /adapt services as determined by work environments such as regular classroom or separate therapy room.
• Participate in the Medicaid billing process for school‑based services as directed.

Salary and Benefit Information

• Licensed employees are represented by Linn Benton Lincoln Education Association.
• Salary and benefit information shown are based on full‑time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current school year.
• Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD licensed salary schedule will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, and experience.
• Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health, dental and vision insurance premiums.
• Employer paid PERS, holidays, sick leave and personal days are also provided.
• Employer paid Life Insurance 1 × annual salary.
• Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability.

Health Insurance

Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees.

• Monthly premium deducted pre‑tax.
• LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost.
• Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

Carriers offered are:

• Moda

Retirement

• PERS – Public Employee Retirement System.
• For more information visit: state.or.us
• LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee.

Personal Leave

• Up to 24 hours.
• Up to 80 hours.
• Sick Leave Bank.
• Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank.
• Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury.

Medical Appointment Leave

• Up to 3 hours per month.

Professional Development Opportunities

• LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes.
• First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite.
• Includes workshops, conferences and mentorship programs.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 541-812-2624 for additional information and assistance.

Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non‑service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Primary Location – Special Education and Evaluation Services.