Speech Language Pathologist

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

54d•$55,056 - $110,292•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for the Oregon School for the Deaf! This position is full-time, Permanent, represented by the STEA. We are collecting applications for the 2026 - 27 school year to fill Teacher positions at the Oregon School for the Deaf. This recruitment will be open until filled. Apply now if interested as this recruitment may close at any time after a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied. Initial screenings will occur as applications are received and additional screenings may occur thereafter until the position(s) are filled. This job announcement and candidates who have applied may be contacted to fill future vacancies in this class of work. OSD provides direct 24-hour educational and residential services to approximately 130 students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, kindergarten through age 21. The programs and departments at OSD include: Administration, Clerical, Classroom, Residential, Nutrition Services, Athletics, Educational Support Services, Maintenance/Custodial, and Student Health Services. OSD also acts as a resource to the entire state, providing special activities, consultation, and educational services to students, professionals, families, and the public. All students enrolled at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) are entitled to the best education that our resources can provide. Each student is valued as a unique individual, to be treated with dignity, in an atmosphere where individual differences are accepted. The ideal candidates are committed to ensuring that students reach their maximum potential in ASL and English, while also supporting their individual communication needs.

Requirements

Licensure through Teachers Standards and Practices Commission: Board of Examiners as a Speech-Language Pathologist or similar endorsement as a Communication Specialist with teaching English and ASL to Deaf/HH students.
ASLPI Level 3 certification within 12 weeks of beginning work.
Basic first aid certification and CPR training.
A Professional Resume
A Cover Letter

Nice To Haves

Or Intermediate or better (WOU) within 6 months of hire: WOU/Bridges Levels.

Responsibilities

Create a comprehensive communication skills-environment for learning and to help prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing students for college or the world of work by providing services and instruction which allow students to develop their skills to the best of their ability.
Supervise students during special activities.
Work with students who have severe emotional or behavioral problems.
Work with (or occasionally training) teaching assistants, volunteers, college practicum students, and/or student teachers.
Support student communication skills/needs as a related-service per the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Consult with teachers to ensure students receive support they need related to communication.
Conduct assessments and observations.
Teach a range of curriculum levels depending on the needs of the assigned students each year.
Plan and prepare for learning using evidence-based instructional strategies including Reciprocal Teaching.
Evaluate students using a variety of assessments.
Develop and track IEP's and align instruction with IEP objectives.
Communicate with parents and staff.
Give parents feedback on their children's progress through IEP’s.
Participate in ASL/English Bilingual Professional Development.

Benefits

Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Some paid Holidays are covered based on the Academic Year schedule.
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year.
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month.
Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month, with increases every 5 years.
Basic life insurance.
Short-term disability.
Long-term disability.
Deferred compensation savings program.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.