Speech-Language Pathologist @ Special Services

Young World Physical Education; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Speech‑Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive therapy services within the Moses Lake School District. This role involves assessing and treating communication disorders for a diverse student population, from pre‑kindergarten through high school.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology, ASHA certification, and experience working with culturally diverse families. Effective communication and collaboration with staff and families are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required.
• ASHA certification in Clinical Competence is mandatory.
• Current Washington ESA certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication problems and document results.
• Prepare treatment plans and recommend interventions.
• Provide therapy to communication-disordered students.

Skills

Communication assessment

Speech therapy

Multicultural communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA certification

Washington ESA certification

Job description

Speech‑Language Pathologist @ Special Services

The Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) will work within our school district to provide comprehensive speech and language therapy services to students ranging from pre‑kindergarten to high school. This individual will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication disorders and difficulties, enabling students to communicate effectively and succeed academically. This position requires working with children of various ages and a variety of disabilities. Position requires traveling to different school sites within the district.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• ASHA certificated in Clinical Certifications (CCCs) or equivalent.
• Current Washington ESA certification.
• Experience with interventions of the communication needs of a variety of students and varying disabilities.
• Experience working with children and families who are culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse (preferred).

Ability To

• Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and pay strict attention to detail.
• Speak, read and follow written or verbal communications.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with coworkers.
• Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality.
• Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community.
• Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Job Functions

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Evaluate communication problems including receptive‑expressive language, articulation, voice, fluency, neuromuscular and non‑vocal.
• Document evaluation results and relate the impact of the communication disorder to the educational performance of students.
• Identify needs, prepare treatment plans, and make recommendations regarding interventions and individualized programs (IEPs).
• Provide speech/language therapy to communication‑disordered students from regular and special education classrooms.
• Provide informational and consultative services relative to the management of the communication disorder to the student, education team, family, related medical agencies and community agencies.
• Demonstrate positive relationship skills with students, parents and colleagues.
• Function effectively as an active, productive, and integral member of educational teams.
• Communicate effectively and in a professional manner, both orally and in writing.
• Organize caseloads.
• Document third‑party billing activities.
• Knowledge of due process.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to children with disabilities.
• Complete activities that support compliance with Federal, State and local mandates.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affiantative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766‑2650, [e-mail]; or Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766‑2670, [e-mail].

Contact Information

• Lindsay Scott, Assistant Director of Special Services
• Learning Services Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]