Speech Language Pathologist SDBF0120

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Waynesboro, VA

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About The Position

The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech and communication services to students with sensory impairments. The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities. VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options. VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential! VSDB prepares students for life! The VSDB offers: • $3,500 Sign-on Bonus available! • Great comprehensive benefit package • Supportive and positive team setting • School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment This is a 10-month, faculty position with state benefits, including health insurance, retirement, life insurance, and disability coverage. The beginning date for this position is the beginning of our next school year in July 2026.

Requirements

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Speech-Language Pathology
Hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia license issued by the Board of Education with an endorsement in Speech-Language Disorders
Experience in providing services in speech and language to children with sensory, motor and/or cognitive disabilities, or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship
Knowledge of child growth and development, and special needs of children with disabilities, including multiple disabilities
Proficiency in the use of See the Sound Visual Phonics, or willingness to obtain such training within one month of hire
Proficiency level of “Advanced” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview or agreement to acquire the specified level within three years
Ability to plan and organize work
Ability to work using a team approach
Ability to follow school policies and procedures
Knowledge of current speech-language pathology techniques and theory
Ability to interact on a physical level with children and to perform repetitive motion to include standing, sitting, reaching, lifting, walking, bending, and climbing

Nice To Haves

Prefer Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association or licensure with exam by the Virginia Department of Health Professionals, Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology