Speech/Language Specialist (Early Learning)

MARION CENTER; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Willamette Education Service District is seeking a Speech/Language Specialist for Early Learning. This full-time position serves multiple sites in Marion, Yamhill and Polk Counties with a 190-day calendar. Requires a Master’s degree or equivalent and a valid Oregon SLP license; bilingual Spanish preferred.

Start dates include July 6, 2026 or later depending on caseload. Salary on the licensed schedule ranges from $67,993 to $98,397 per year, prorated for start date.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent required.
• Valid Oregon Speech/Language Pathology license required.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• 190-day calendar.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish preferred

Education

Master’s degree and/or equivalent

Oregon SLP license

Job description

Speech/Language Specialist (Early Learning)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5550840
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 02, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Job Description

VACANCY NOTICE

Speech/Language Specialist (Early Learning)

Opens: March 2, 2026

Closes: Open until filled

General Information

Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for multiple full-time (40 hours per week) Speech/Language Specialist positions; bilingual Spanish preferred. These positions require a Master's degree or equivalent, and a valid Oregon Speech/Language Pathology license. Successful candidates will work as members of the Early Learning Department and will follow a 190-day calendar. These positions will be based at multiple Willamette ESD sites located in Marion, Yamhill, and Polk Counties. These positions will begin either July 6th or August 21st, 2026 (depending on caseload assignment).

Duties, Responsibilities & Qualifications

Please review the job description for specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position.

Salary and Benefits

• This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) licensed position represented by Willamette Valley Education Association.
• Placement on the Willamette ESD licensed salary schedule, $67,993 - $98,397*, will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, experience, and prorated according to start date. Salary and benefits shown are based upon full-time employment (1.0 FTE) for the entire school year contract period . *
• Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligibleemployees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligibleemployees. To view a summary of benefits, please clickhere .

Willamette Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace community of equity, diversity and inclusion that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to creating conditions that provide respect, support and opportunity for all to thrive. The WESD values representation and recognizes that excellent candidates come from many different backgrounds. For more information about WESD’s non-discrimination policy, including contact information of staff designated to respond to questions of discrimination and the WESD’s discrimination complaint process and procedures, please visit https://www.wesd.org/about/wesd-board-policies/non-discrimination-policy.

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 the Human Resources Director at 503-385-4752 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the ESD for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 or 711.

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 214/215.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $67,993 to $98,397 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Smetana , Program Coordinator - Early Learning
• Email: [e-mail]