Speech Language Pathologist
Student Support Services Office
187 Contract days, Permanent Contract
1.0 FTE
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com
Qualifications: Speech Language Pathology license issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology OR State of Oregon Teaching License with Communications Disorders K-12 endorsement, and current First Aid Card.
Compensation: Listed salary and stipends will be prorated based on FTE and start/end dates of the position.
- 2025-2026 Annual Salary Range $51,120 - $106,235 (195/196 Day Contract). Initial placement on the salary schedule is based on education and contracted licensed experience.
- This position is eligible to receive a specialty stipend of $2,907 for the 2025-2026 School Year.
- As a licensed employee, you are eligible to receive a specialty stipend of $2,000 if certified Multilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, or Russian. Must pass a standardized proficiency test.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.
Job Summary:
The job of "Speech Language Pathologist" is done for the purpose/s of assessing student's speech/language development level; providing information for program development and student placement; improving students' performance; and providing information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel.
Essential Functions:
- Evaluates/Assesses students' communication skills and development skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice) for the purpose of determining their speech and language ability and developing recommendations
- Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for service and/or making recommendations
- Facilitates meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals.
- Prepares/Plans/Instructs students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits
- Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, IEP, progress reports, compliance and procedural safeguards, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information
- Presents information on various topics related to professional expertise in speech pathology for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues
- Researches resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for addressing students' speech and language goals.
- Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment
- Develops/Trains/Maintains assistive technology systems in coordination with the Assistive Technology Specialist or an outside specialist contracted by the district
- Prompt and regular attendance
Other Functions:
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
- Supervises/supports personnel including speech pathology assistants under Oregon law and administrative rules
- Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, curricular standards, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements
- Bills for Medicaid on a regular and timely basis
- Travels between school sites as work assignments dictate
Essential Requirements - Qualifications:
- Experience required: Prior job related experience
- Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skills to apply assessment instruments, interpret test data, communicate effectively, Knowledge of assessment instruments and their application, relevant education codes, state and district policies. Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, complete a case study and develop an individual education plan; work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students and community. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, physical restraining, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation
- Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Licensure for Speech Therapy, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Valid Driver's License and evident of insurability, First Aid/CPR
Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position.
Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.
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