Lewis County Special Education- Speech-Language Pathologist

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Location: Lewis County Schools

FLSA Status: Exempt

Purpose: The Lewis County Small Schools Cooperative is a collaborative entity formed to provide high-quality special education services to students in Lewis County's small, rural school districts. We ensure the students of Adna Morton, Mossyrock, Napavine, Onalaska, and Winlock school districts receive the best services available.

The job of Certified Speech Language Pathologist is done for the purpose/s of identifying students with communication disabilities; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to minimize adverse impact on student success; recommending treatment plans; and providing direction to Speech-Language Pathology Aides.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: Per the essential functions and educational requirements listed below.

Essential Functions:

Administers therapy procedures and modalities at a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring achievement of program objectives.
Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines and regulations.
Collaborate with community-based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of service.
Develops processes (e.g. treatment plans, interventions, instruction, evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of providing effective programs for remediating students' motor skill deficits, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, supporting sensory processing, and supporting life skills acquisition.
Directs the work of assigned Therapy Assistants for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring achievement of program objectives.
Facilitates meetings for the purpose of presenting evaluation results and expected outcomes, identifying barriers, and ensuring achievement of state mandates.
Integrates specialized education plan with the K-12 learning environment (e.g. specialized assistance for students, parents and guardian training, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in achieving learning goals set forth in the Individual Education Plans (IEP) while complying with required guidelines and regulations.
Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and ensuring that treatment and intervention plans are appropriate.
Maintains files and records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and compliance.
Manages special materials, equipment, and learning environment essentials for specialized programs for the purpose of providing materials and equipment conducive for student achievement and ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment while complying with District, State, and Federal guidelines and regulations.
Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.
Performs site visits at multiple work sites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
Pursues professional development opportunities for the purpose of ensuring professional growth.
Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, teachers, staff, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and referral.
Communicate effectively, possess awareness (for self and others), listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset, and be customer-service oriented
Believe all students can succeed
Establish and maintain a professional relationship with students
Perform in an ethical and confidential manner in all aspects of employment
Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of successful SLP service provision in the school setting
Additional training in pediatrics and neurodevelopmental therapy
Ability to speak Spanish
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds

Education (Minimum): Masters degree in a job-related area.

Equivalency: None specified.

Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Certificates and Licenses

Eligibility for state certification of ESA Certification for Speech Language Pathologist

Possession of a Washington State SLP license

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ. / Training

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

Salary: $54,250 - $106,695 (salary schedules are currently being negotiated for the 2025-2026 school year).

This position will be hired by one of the districts in the Lewis County Small Schools Cooperative. This position may serve one or more districts in the Lewis County Small Schools Cooperative. The physical work location for this position will be based on the caseload assigned.

Work schedule: 1.0 FTE (190 days per school year)

Benefits: Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, as administered by the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirements Systems TERS plan, as well as the Deferred Compensation Program. Employees receive paid leave annually.

Application Procedures: Anyone interested in this position should apply through EdJobsNW with a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Inquiries & questions should be directed to Kerri Blankenship, Director of Special Education at blankenshipk@adnaschools.org.

Winlock School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Coordinator: Ryan Greene, 360-785-3537, rgreene@winlock.wednet.edu.

Title IX Coordinator: Ashlie Auckland, 360-785-3516, aauckland@winlock.wednet.edu,

Section 504 Coordinator: Hannah Dailey, 360-785-3582, hdailey@winlock.wednet.edu,

Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Michelle Jeffries, 360-785-3582, mjeffries@winlock.wednet.edu.

Address: 401 NE 1st St, PO Box 128, Winlock WA 98596

Lewis County Small Schools Cooperative- SLP