2026 - 27 SY 1.0 FTE Speech Language Pathologists

Bethel School District 52•Eugene, OR

18h

About The Position

Bethel School District is seeking appropriately licensed candidates for 1.0 FTE Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year. There may be multiple positions available. We are actively recruiting the best candidates for these positions, especially those from non-traditional backgrounds. Bilingual and/or bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preferential consideration. Speech/Language Pathology duties include, but are not limited to: Observe, screen, and evaluate students to determine current level of performance to determine eligibility for services. Prepare evaluation reports and participate in drafting individual education program (IEP) goals and objectives. Provide case management for students eligible for special education, including following all state and federal requirements. Provide direct therapy and instruction to students, including analyzing, reviewing, and revising student progress, communicating with teachers and parents, and preparing classroom for instruction. Develop, select, and implement direct, indirect, and consultative services based on individual assessment results and planning intervention goals. Participate as a team member in support of students who qualify for special education, including behavior support planning. Establish and maintain intervention schedules for the schools and children with IEP and service plans. Salary Range: $50,285 to $ 101,477 (depending on experience, and education) Contract Days: 192 Generous Benefits Package including: Full family, medical, dental, and vision with PacificSource Insurance and a Comprehensive Employee Wellness Program About Bethel With about 5,000 students in 9 schools, Bethel School District is committed to excellence in every aspect of its operation. Bethel School District is located in northwest Eugene in Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley. Approximately two hours south of Portland, Eugene is home to the University of Oregon and enjoys a mild climate, wonderful recreation opportunities, and a friendly atmosphere. The Bethel community is centered around its schools and has demonstrated a high degree of trust in the school district. A $99.3 million bond measure was approved in November 2020 with a 66% Yes vote. It is the largest bond in District History. Bethel School District employees are proud of being part of what is affectionately known as the Bethel Family. Bethel believes in supporting the whole student and offers Counseling, Music, and PE Specialists in every school Free meals for all students, K - 12 Middle School Robotics, Culinary and Digital Design programs Robust Career and Technical Education and college courses preparation courses at Willamette High School Farm-to-school experiences for students through the Bethel Farm Trauma-informed and Restorative Practices implemented K -12 Sources of Strength supported throughout the District Our Mission To create relevant, responsive, and joyful learning communities where all students thrive. We Believe We believe that every Bethel student can find joy, connection, and purpose at school when given the opportunity to learn, grow, and engage. We believe each student arrives in our schools with a unique and diverse range of strengths, skills, and perspectives that we must honor and uplift. We believe that we are accountable for implementing equitable systems that are relevant, responsive, and adaptable to the needs of our students. We believe our schools will be places where students, families, and staff are welcomed and valued as members of our Bethel team. Supports Offered Newly hired licensed staff receive the following support: Robust mentoring from a veteran teacher (staff new to the teaching profession or 1 - 2 years out of a teacher education program) K-5 instructional coaching with a Literacy Coach Week-long New Teacher Academy prior to inservice week On-going coaching and support Opportunities to visit and observe colleagues Professional Development in the science of reading including word recognition and language comprehension strategies, explicit small group instruction, culturally responsive instructional practices, RTII and MTSS process and data analysis, equity and trauma informed practices, and professional learning communities Applying: A cover letter is required with your application. Your cover letter should address the following. Successful candidates will: Firmly believe that all students will learn and improve - create a growth-mindset culture in the classroom Maintain unconditional positive regard for all students, staff, families and colleagues Recognize students’ different needs, abilities, and interests and be flexible to adjust instruction to meet those needs, abilities, and interests Fully support and implement Social Emotional Learning, encouraging students to build self-awareness, self-management and relationship skills Possess strong academic training and content knowledge to prepare students to be on track to meet academic goals Demonstrate good instructional practices that are engaging, organized and effective Use data to inform instructional decisions Connect well with students, families and the school community – be open to learning about others, especially those who may be different from you Exhibit strong interpersonal and collaborative skills Incorporate feedback and professional learning into teaching practices Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with building and district staff (be a team player) Participate eagerly in opportunities to learn, show a strong willingness to grow and maintain an interest in improving Understand and attend to the impacts of implicit bias in teaching and education

Requirements

Possess a valid Oregon Speech-Language Pathology License by start of the school year
Ability to implement Culturally Proficient skills and strategies
Successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, Oregon Department of Education background checks

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.

Responsibilities

Observe, screen, and evaluate students to determine current level of performance to determine eligibility for services.
Prepare evaluation reports and participate in drafting individual education program (IEP) goals and objectives.
Provide case management for students eligible for special education, including following all state and federal requirements.
Provide direct therapy and instruction to students, including analyzing, reviewing, and revising student progress, communicating with teachers and parents, and preparing classroom for instruction.
Develop, select, and implement direct, indirect, and consultative services based on individual assessment results and planning intervention goals.
Participate as a team member in support of students who qualify for special education, including behavior support planning.
Establish and maintain intervention schedules for the schools and children with IEP and service plans.