ESA - SLP

Peninsula School District • Gig Harbor, WA

362d

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will work in cooperation with appropriate district supervisors, teachers, parents, and students, and be responsible for providing diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language and hearing disorders. The SLP will help students to adjust and access the general education curriculum. The SLP will adhere to the district curriculum when appropriate.

Requirements

• Active Washington State SLP License required.
• Valid Washington State ESA Speech Language Pathologist Certificate/Communication Disorders Certification.
• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology.
• CCC's recommended; CFY available.
• Expertise in writing IEP's.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary team participation.
• Successful school experience/internship.
• Understanding of Washington State's Essential Academic Learning requirements.
• Knowledge of Special Education law.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Reflects on personal performance for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates a love of learning that translates into high expectations for self and each student.
• Contributes unique talents to work collaboratively for the benefit of the entire school community.
• Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual.
• Uses technology to enhance student learning and to communicate with parents and colleagues.
• Exhibits a passion for working with students.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and communicate frequently with parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and intervention services for students with speech, language, and hearing disorders.
• Help students adjust and access the general education curriculum.
• Adhere to the district curriculum when appropriate.
• Design, evaluate, and monitor student special education programs for students with communication and language disorders.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team activities.
• Write Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.

Benefits

• Eligible to earn sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees