Internal/External Employment Opportunity

Posting Date: August 18, 2026

Position: Speech & Language Pathologist

Location: Oakridge Lower Elementary

Qualifications:

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with SB Endorsement or Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology and a Valid Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
Speech/Language therapy experience with the Preschool - 12 school population, including children with Autism and Hearing Impairments.
Knowledge of, and experience with, augmentative communication, including assistive technology devices.
Knowledge of, and experience with, a variety of evaluation instruments for assessing articulation and language skills.
Knowledge of, and experience with, the eligibility process and individualized educational planning process in special education.

Responsibilities:

Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements.
Collaborate with general education teachers, ancillary staff, administration, parents and any necessary community agencies to support student needs.
Ability to work effectively with grade level/department/interdisciplinary teams, etc.
Knowledge of and commitment to regularly use technology as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
Demonstrate ability to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes.
Maintain required timelines when submitting and disseminating paperwork: IEPs, Medicaid billing, progress reports, etc.
Schedule IEP meetings and ensure IEP implementation for caseload students.
Input/active participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all areas.
Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines and building regulations.
Willing to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and or special education administrator.

Deadline for Applying: September 18, 2026 or until filled

Start Date: August 18, 2026/As soon as possible

To be considered as a candidate, you must submit an online application by the deadline by going to www.oakridgeschools.org and clicking on the Job Opportunities tab. Additional required documents must be uploaded including a cover letter, resume, most recent evaluation, three references, university transcripts, and valid certificate.

The Oakridge School District Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in its employment decisions or the provision of services.